Ever Wonder What That White Goo on Your Chicken Is?

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  • The white goo is high in protein.

  • No calories or fat added, just natural meat proteins.

  • Doesn’t affect the flavor much but might look unappetizing to some.

6. Common Myths

  • Myth 1: “It’s pus” → False; it’s naturally occurring albumin.

  • Myth 2: “It means the chicken is spoiled” → False; safe as long as chicken is cooked properly.

  • Myth 3: “It indicates poor-quality chicken” → False; happens with both store-bought and farm-raised chicken.

7. Fun Science Behind It

  • Proteins in raw chicken are in a folded form. Heat causes them to denature, or unfold.

  • Water bound to proteins gets expelled as albumin.

  • Visual comparison to egg whites coagulating when cooked.

  • Could include a simple diagram showing protein denaturation and albumin formation.

8. Cooking Tips and Tricks

  • Use lower, even heat to minimize white goo.

  • Pat chicken dry before cooking to reduce visible albumin.

  • Consider marinades or brines that stabilize proteins.

  • Use meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.

9. Cultural and Culinary Perspective

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