Egg substitutes have made it possible for persons with allergies or even people who wish to cut back on cholesterol to still enjoy foods that contain eggs. Of course, there are several different types of egg substitute products on the market today. Here is some information about the two main types of egg substitute and some examples of how they can be used in place of eggs in all your favorite recipes.

One of the main advantages of the substitutes for eggs is that the yolk is completely missing from the mixture. This is important for persons who wish to lower cholesterol levels, as most of the cholesterol found in eggs is within the yolk. However, the egg white is retained for one type of substitutes for eggs. In the liquid and frozen substitutes for eggs, the white is combined with other ingredients to create a taste and texture that is not unlike an egg.

Typically, the frozen substitute will employ such ingredients as skim milk, tofu, yellow food coloring, artificial egg flavorings, and some form of starch. Often, the frozen substitutes for eggs work very well in preparing scrambled eggs, use in cake and pie recipes, and as a binder in breakfast casseroles. The shelf life of frozen and liquid substitutes for eggs is considerably shorter than eggs, but the health benefits are well worth the difference.

The second common form of substitutes for eggs is the powered egg substitute. With no egg whites included, powdered egg substitutes have a much longer shelf life. Generally, the package does not require refrigeration, although it is a good idea to store powdered eggs a cool dry cupboard and in an air-proof container. Like their liquid counterparts powdered substitutes for eggs also contain starch and artificial flavorings and colorings. Yeast extract is also added in powdered eggs, along with natural gum to provide an egg texture when the powdered egg mix is combined with water. Powdered substitutes for eggs work very well for scrambled eggs, omelets, and in recipes.

Both forms of substitutes for eggs are pasteurized, and often are available at supermarkets. Many restaurant supply stores will carry larger bags of the powdered egg mix, while supermarkets often favor smaller containers of the frozen liquid substitutes for eggs. While both alternatives are more expensive than eggs, they do make it possible for persons who cannot eat or wish to avoid the use of eggs to still enjoy all their favorite foods without worry of any type of impact on their health or triggering an allergic reaction.