Chinese steamed eggs (蒸蛋羹)

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  • Prep Time

    3 mins

  • Cook Time

    3 mins

  • Total Time

    13 mins

  • Servings

    2 servings

  • Calories

    76 kcal

  • Course

    Breakfast

  • Cuisine

    Chinese

Chinese steamed eggs (蒸蛋羹)

Smooth, slippery and heavenly soft, Chinese steamed eggs requires minimum ingredients yet delivers a delicate look and flavour. Learn how to make it flawlessly.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • warm water double volume of the beaten eggs (see note 1 & 2)
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 teaspoon chive finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 teaspoon light soy sauce
  • 2 drop sesame oil

Extra garnish (optional)

  • Prawns peeled and deveined
  • Asparagus & carrot
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Instructions

  1. Pour warm water into the beaten eggs. Add salt then stir well.
  2. Through a sieve, pour the mixture into 2 small serving bowls. Sprinkle chive over if using.
  3. Cover the bowls with cling film. Pierce to allow the steam to escape.
  4. Steam for 10-12 minutes over a gentle heat (place the bowls in when the water starts to boil).
  5. Season with light soy sauce and sesame oil (if you wish, cut through the curd several times to let the sauce penetrate). Serve warm.
  6. If using extra garnish: Steam the egg as usual for 7 minutes, then place in prawns and vegetables. Steam for a further 3 minutes.

Notes

  • The egg water ratio should be around 1:2 in volume. For example, 2 beaten eggs (medium-sized) measures around 100ml, so you’ll need 200ml of water.
  • Ideally, the water should be at around 45°C (113°F). You can achieve this by mixing equal parts of boiling water and tap water.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 76kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 164mg (55%) Sodium 417mg (17%) Potassium 75mg (2%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 0.3g (1%) Vitamin A 259IU (5%) Vitamin C 0.3mg (0%) Calcium 26mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 76 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 76kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 164mg 55%
Sodium 417mg 17%
Potassium 75mg 2%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 0.3g 1%
Vitamin A 259IU 5%
Vitamin C 0.3mg 0%
Calcium 26mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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