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How to Make Smooth and Delicious Steamed Eggs in a Rice Cooker

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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
300 ml lukewarm water
1 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
soy sauce
sesame oil

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 4 eggs into a bowl.

2

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the eggs and whisk using chopsticks.

3

Add 300 ml of lukewarm water to the egg mixture and whisk until combined.

4

Use a tablespoon to remove any bubbles from the egg mixture.

5

Pour the mixture into a rice cooker or a steamer.

6

Cover the mixture with an extra plate to prevent water from dripping in during steaming.

7

If using a rice cooker, place it in with the rice and cover with the lid.

8

If using a steamer, steam for about 15 minutes.

9

Check the steamed eggs after 15 minutes to see if they are set.

10

Drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

steaming

Equipment Needed

bowlchopsticksrice cookersteamerplatelid

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

eggssoy

Also Known As

Chinese Steamed EggsEgg Custard

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