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China • Eggs and tofu

Steamed Egg

Steamed Egg Custard Recipe (with pictures), 9 steps in total. Prepare 3 eggs.

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Steamed Egg
Step photograph from the user-provided xiangha.csv; the original author was not supplied.

Method

  1. 01

    Step 1

    Prepare 3 eggs

    Step 1
  2. 02

    Step 2

    Pour into a bowl

    Step 2
  3. 03

    Step 3

    Mix well

    Step 3
  4. 04

    Step 4

    Add a bowl of boiling water and a suitable amount of salt, stirring until dissolved (it should taste slightly salty).

    Step 4
  5. 05

    Step 5

    Quickly pour the mixture into the egg mixture while stirring.

    Step 5
  6. 06

    Step 6

    Skim off any foam on the surface. Once the water boils, place the steamer over medium heat and steam for 12 minutes. Slightly lift the lid to release some steam, preventing the steamed eggs from becoming overcooked and developing holes due to excessive pressure inside the pot.

    Step 6
  7. 07

    Step 7

    While the eggs are steaming, prepare the ham and carrots in your desired shapes, arrange them properly, and steam for 2 1 minutes (medium heat, with the lid slightly ajar).

    Step 7
  8. 08

    Step 8

    After cooking, garnish with fermented black beans to resemble pig eyes and nose.

    Step 8
  9. 09

    Step 9

    The steamed egg is smooth and tender. After eating, add soy sauce, oil, or your favorite sauce.

    Step 9

Nutrition

Nutrition has not been calculated for this recipe.

Source: User-provided xiangha.csv