How to Cook Steamed Eggs Chinese Style | 蒸水蛋

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable while still providing a neutral flavor.

cooked shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is often less expensive.

ginger

🥗Healthier: fresh ginger

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Ground ginger is a more accessible option.

Whisk the eggs until there are little to no egg whites remaining to prevent bubbles.

Pour the egg mixture into a measuring cup to measure the total volume.

Use a sieve to strain the egg mixture to catch any remaining egg whites.

Add warm water to the egg mixture; the water must be warm to prevent bubbles.

Cover the dish with saran wrap, ensuring it does not touch the egg mixture to avoid condensation drips.

Place the steamer on high heat to bring the water to a boil.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low-medium and steam the eggs for 15-16 minutes.

Check for doneness by gently jiggling the dish; the eggs should jiggle without any liquid on top.

If the eggs are not fully set, let them sit in the steam for an additional minute with the heat turned off.

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