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Steamed Eggs

Cultural Context

Steamed eggs, or 'zheng dan', is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a light meal. This dish showcases the simplicity and elegance of cooking with eggs, transforming them into a silky custard-like texture through gentle steaming. It is commonly served with soy sauce and garnished with scallions, making it a comforting and nutritious option. Variations exist across different regions, with some adding ingredients like minced meat or vegetables, but the classic version remains a beloved staple.

ChineseCNmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 large eggs
1 cup water
¼ tsp salt
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp soy sauce

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake while tamari is gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

1

Crack the eggs into a measuring cup.

2

Add water and salt, then gently beat the mixture with a fork or whisk.

3

Fill a pot with water and place a rack inside. Set a shallow bowl on the rack, then pour the egg mixture into the bowl through a strainer. Cover the bowl tightly with foil.

4

Cover the pot with a lid and cook over medium-low heat for 15 minutes.

5

Once cooked, turn off the heat and remove the bowl from the pot. Allow it to cool for 5 minutes.

6

For an added touch of elegance, drizzle sesame oil and soy sauce on top.

Cooking Techniques

steaming

Equipment Needed

measuring cuppotrackshallow bowlstrainerfoillid

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

eggssoy

Also Known As

Chinese Steamed EggsEgg Custard

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