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3 Ingredient STEAMED EGG Recipe | 15 MIN SIMPLE MUST TRY! Will Teach You How Eggs Should be Cooked

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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
3/4 cup warm water
pinch of salt
soy sauce
scallions
cheesecloth

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 2 eggs into a bowl and whisk them until well combined.

2

Slowly add 3/4 cup of warm water while stirring to achieve a smooth mixture.

3

Add a pinch of salt and whisk again until well mixed.

4

Cover the bowl with cheesecloth, ensuring it fits tightly around the bowl.

5

Pour the egg mixture slowly into another bowl to filter it through the cheesecloth.

6

Use chopsticks to help the liquid filter through, if necessary.

7

Scoop out any bubbles that form on top of the egg mixture after filtering.

8

Cover the top of the bowl with plastic wrap and poke a few holes in it.

9

Place the bowl into a steamer over boiling water and steam on medium-high heat for 10 minutes.

10

After 10 minutes, check the texture of the steamed egg; it should be delicate and pudding-like.

11

Serve the steamed egg with chopped scallions and a drizzle of soy sauce.

Cooking Techniques

steaming

Equipment Needed

bowlsteamercheeseclothplastic wrapchopsticks

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggssoy

Also Known As

Chinese Steamed EggsEgg Custard

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