Germany's love affair with the egg – DW – 03/28/2018 (2024)

Kate MüserMarch 28, 2018

Eggs are everywhere ahead of Easter. In Germany, they even grow on trees and are eaten with special miniature utensils. Now that's true love.

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While no German breakfast spread is complete without a soft-boiled egg and all the trimmings, it is just one ingredient in the extensive meal. For a closer look at what makes up a real German breakfast, join Kate Müser on Meet the Germans in the video below.

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Germany's love affair with the egg – DW – 03/28/2018? ›

A growing love

How many eggs do Germans eat? ›

This statistic shows the average number of eggs consumed per head in Germany from 2006 to 2022. In 2022, average per capita egg consumption amounted to 230 eggs, based on preliminary figures.

How much do eggs cost in Germany? ›

The retail price range in Euro for eggs is between EUR 2.42 and EUR 4.08 per kilogram or between EUR 1.10 and EUR 1.85 per pound(lb) in Berlin and Leipzig.

Do Germans refrigerate their eggs? ›

Eggs in Europe in general are not refrigerated because of a natural membrane on the shell that keeps them safe for consumption without refrigeration.

What country eats the most eggs? ›

There are lots of people who enjoy consuming eggs, but there is one country that consumes more eggs than just about any other place on Earth. Per person, Japan consumes the most eggs every year.

Which country are eggs the cheapest? ›

Oddly enough, Russia is on the list of countries with the lowest prices for chicken eggs in the world. This data was presented by analysts from the GlobalProductPrices service.

How much does a loaf of bread cost in Germany? ›

Loaf of bread: €1.91. 1 kg of rice: €2.71. A dozen eggs: €3.30.

Which country has the most expensive eggs? ›

Price Rankings by Country of Eggs (regular) (12) (Markets)
1.New Zealand6.82 $
2.Switzerland6.78 $
3.Denmark4.50 $
4.Greece4.38 $
5.Austria4.31 $
90 more rows

What food does Germany eat the most? ›

Whilst there are regional variations in food culture, most German recipes focus heavily on bread, potatoes, and meat, especially pork, as well as plenty of greens such as types of cabbage and kale. Cake, coffee, and beer are all highly popular elements of German cuisine too - which will be good news to most!

How do German people eat eggs? ›

In Germany, the soft-boiled egg is a requirement at every big Sunday breakfast. Typically, it is not considered a main dish and not eaten with an omnipresent bread roll, but stands alone in a dish of its own, like a work of art adorned only with a dash of salt. Usually the yolk - the "Eigelb" - is left runny.

What is the German tradition of eggs? ›

One of the most well-known Easter traditions in Germany is the Easter egg. In Germany, eggs are often painted or decorated in bright colors and patterns and are then hidden for children to find.

How many eggs to eat per day? ›

For most healthy adults, it's safe to eat 1–2 eggs a day depending on how much other cholesterol is in your diet. If you already have high cholesterol or other risk factors for heart disease, it may be best to eat no more than 4–5 eggs per week.

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