Fluffy Steamed Eggs (Korean-Style Volcano Steamed Eggs)

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option while maintaining flavor.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and offers a similar taste.

Beat 4 eggs thoroughly until smooth and slightly frothy.

Add 1 tsp light fish sauce or soy sauce, 1 tsp cooking rice wine (Mirin or Mirim), ½ tsp sugar, and ¼ tsp salt to the eggs and mix well.

Place a stovetop-safe ceramic or cast iron pot (about 2-cup capacity) on the stove and add ⅓ cup water.

Bring the water to a boil over medium heat.

Reduce the heat to low and pour the egg mixture into the pot.

Stir to combine the egg mixture and water.

As curds start to form, very gently and slowly stir to keep them from sticking or overcooking, starting with the edges/sides and finishing with scraping the bottom.

Repeat stirring until most of the liquid has thickened and is creamy, about 5-6 minutes; note that cooking time may vary depending on the type of stove and pot used.

Reduce the heat to the lowest setting and cover the pot with a dome-shaped lid or invert another bowl over it.

While waiting, finely chop green onion for topping.

Cook until bubbles form all around the edges of the pot, about 4-5 minutes.

Add the toppings (chopped green onion, sesame seeds, and a dash of sesame oil) while the heat is still on to prevent deflation.

Cooking Techniques

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