Generally Safe · Confidence 95%

Can coeliacs eat eggs?

Plain eggs are naturally gluten-free. Restaurant preparation may introduce gluten through added ingredients or shared equipment.

Quick answer

Plain eggs are naturally gluten-free. Restaurant preparation may introduce gluten through added ingredients or shared equipment.

Why it matters

Plain eggs are naturally gluten-free; restaurant preparation may introduce gluten.

Ingredients to watch

• plain eggs
• boiled eggs
• poached eggs

Cross-contamination

Shared grills, spatulas, and added ingredients in restaurant eggs.

Restaurant & dining advice

Scrambled eggs may have batter added; shared grills are a cross-contact source.

Shopping in Australia

Plain eggs in shells are naturally gluten-free.

Safer alternatives

Plain eggs prepared without added ingredients at home or verified in restaurants.

Evidence source: Coeliac Australia food-risk guidance · Region: AU