Chinese steamed eggs Recipe
This Chinese steamed eggs recipe is a delicate and flavorful dish that makes for a perfect light meal or appetizer. The eggs are steamed to a silky, custard-like texture and enhanced with the savory flavors of soy sauce and sesame oil.
- Author: rami
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Main Ingredients:
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- Warm water (double volume of the beaten eggs)
- 1 pinch salt
Optional Garnish:
- 1 teaspoon chive (finely chopped)
- 2 teaspoon light soy sauce
- 2 drop sesame oil
- Prawns (peeled and deveined)
- Asparagus & carrot
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: Pour warm water into the beaten eggs. Add salt and stir well.
- Divide and Steam: Strain the mixture into 2 serving bowls. Sprinkle chive if using. Cover with cling film, pierce, and steam for 10-12 minutes.
- Season and Serve: Drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil. Optionally, garnish with prawns and vegetables, then steam for an additional 3 minutes.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, pass the egg mixture through a sieve before steaming.
- Adjust soy sauce and sesame oil to taste.
- You can customize the garnishes with your favorite ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
Keywords: Chinese steamed eggs, steamed egg recipe, easy Chinese appetizer