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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
2 eggs
water (double the size of the eggs)
salt
pepper
soy sauce
avocado oil
scallions

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

Introduce the recipe and the guest.

2

List the ingredients: eggs, salt, pepper, water, soy sauce, avocado oil, and scallions.

3

Crack 2 eggs into a bowl.

4

Add water to the eggs, approximately double the volume of the eggs.

5

Add a few drops of salt and pepper to the mixture.

6

Add a drip of avocado oil to prevent sticking.

7

Mix the egg and water mixture until well combined.

8

Bring a pot of water to a boil.

9

Place the egg mixture in a heatproof dish or plate.

10

Put the dish on a steaming rack above the boiling water.

11

Cover and steam for 5 minutes.

12

Check the doneness of the eggs; they should be smooth and set.

13

Serve the steamed eggs with rice and garnish with soy sauce and scallions.

Cooking Techniques

steaming

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlpotsteaming rackheatproof dish or plate

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggssoy

Also Known As

Chinese Steamed EggsEgg Custard

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