Steamed Eggs (蒸蛋)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
3 mins
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Cook Time
17 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
66 kcal
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Cuisine
Chinese
Steamed Eggs (蒸蛋)
Description
Steamed Eggs (蒸蛋) involve beating three eggs with salt until combined, then mixing in water and broth measured to match the egg volume. The addition of sesame oil enriches the flavor and adds aroma. The mixture is strained to remove lumps and ensure a silky texture on cooking.
The custard is steamed over high heat in a covered dish, initially for 3 minutes, then allowed to stand with the heat off for 14 minutes. This method gently cooks the eggs to a tender, smooth consistency without boiling or curdling. Topping with chopped scallions adds a fresh note and mild sharpness.
This steamed egg custard pairs well with rice or as a light starter. The method produces a delicate texture distinct from fried or boiled eggs, prized for its softness and subtle flavor from the broth and sesame oil.
Ingredients
- 3 egg
- water (same volume as eggs)
- vegetable stock same volume as eggs, or chicken stock
- salt (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- scallion chopped
Instructions
- Crack 3 eggs in a liquid measuring cup and note the volume. Pour the eggs into a large bowl, add salt, and beat for at least 1 minute. Now measure out water at the same volume as the eggs, and add it to the bowl. Do the same with the broth. Whisk in the sesame oil, and make sure everything's well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture through a fine-meshed strainer into a heatproof dish (a pyrex pie plate works well) or divide amongst 4 ramekins.
- Boil the water in your steamer. Place the dish of eggs in the steamer, cover, and steam over high heat for 3 minutes. After 3 minutes have elapsed, shut off the heat, but keep the steamer covered. Let stand for 14 minutes with the lid firmly covered. Remove from the steamer, sprinkle with scallions, and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 66 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 66kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 123mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 239mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 96mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 210IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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