Technique: Egg Wash
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An egg wash is a coating applied to some baked goods and other foods to create a distinctive finish. Especially in the field of baking, an egg wash is often added to breads and sweets to create a glazed look. Egg  brushed bread will also have a slightly more crispy, flaky crust, which is sometimes a desired texture in baking. As one can imagine, there are several different types of egg wash, all of which have a different end impact on the food.
A very basic egg wash is made by simply lightly beating an egg and brushing it onto the food. Other ingredients such as milk, cream, water, or salt may be added for a specific finish, and eggs are also frequently separated to make an egg wash. The eggs used in an egg wash should be as fresh as possible.

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Other names: Wash
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