Answer

In Jain Dharma, even an unfertilized egg is not considered okay to eat. Egg white is also not considered acceptable, because it is still part of the egg.

Explanation

From the Jain perspective:

• An egg is an animal-origin substance.
• Even if it is unfertilized and does not become a chick, it is still connected with animal reproduction.
• Jain food discipline avoids substances that involve harm, impurity, or attachment to animal-based products.
• Separating only the egg white does not make it acceptable, because it remains part of the same egg.

So in Jain practice, both:

• Whole egg
• Egg white only

are avoided.

Spiritual Understanding

Jain Dharma emphasizes ahimsa, purity of food, and carefulness in consumption. Food is not judged only by whether a visible life is present, but also by its origin, nature, and relation to violence or impurity.

Takeaway

For a Jain diet, unfertilized egg and egg white are both avoided. A Jain-friendly alternative would be plant-based substitutes.