Is there salmonella in a raw egg?

Discard cracked or dirty eggs. Hands holding eggs. The inside of eggs that appear normal can contain a germ called Salmonella that can make you sick, but eggs are safe when cooked and handled properly. Egg yolks in bowl with whisk. read more

Because of that, eating raw eggs does carry risk, and should be avoided. That is, however, NOT the same as saying every egg is contaminated with salmonella, and it its NOT the same as saying eating raw eggs will give you salmonella. read more

The inside of eggs that appear normal can contain a germ called Salmonella that can make you sick, but eggs are safe when cooked and handled properly. Wash hands and items that came into contact with raw eggs, including countertops, utensils, dishes, and cutting boards, with soap and water. read more

Raw and undercooked eggs may contain Salmonella, a type of harmful bacteria . This bacteria can be found on egg shells but also inside eggs . Consuming contaminated eggs can cause food poisoning. read more