Introduction
Chinese Steamed Egg is a comforting, silky, and simple dish loved by all ages. This recipe uses just eggs, water, and salt, creating a creamy texture that's both delicate and delicious. Garnished with savory pickled vegetables, soy sauce, spicy Redbloom chili oil, and fresh green onions, this steamed egg becomes an elegant yet easy addition to any meal.
Quick Overview
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Cooking Time: 20 minutes
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Calories: Approximately 180 per serving
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Servings: 2
Ingredients
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4 large eggs
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Water (use a 1:1.5 egg-to-water ratio)
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Salt, to taste
For Garnish:
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Pickled vegetables (chopped finely)
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Soy sauce (to taste)
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Redbloom chili oil (to taste)
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Fresh green onions, thinly sliced
Kitchen Tools Needed
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Mixing bowl
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Fine-mesh strainer
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Steamer setup (pot with steaming rack)
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Heat-resistant bowl or dish
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Aluminum foil or a lid
Method
Prepare the Egg Mixture
Step 1: Beat Eggs
Crack 4 eggs into a mixing bowl. Whisk gently to combine, ensuring eggs are mixed without creating excessive bubbles.
Step 2: Add Water and Salt
Measure water using a 1:1.5 ratio (for every part egg, add 1.5 parts water). Gradually stir water into eggs. Season lightly with salt, mixing gently until fully combined.
Strain the Egg Mixture
Step 3: Strain Mixture
Pour egg mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a heat-resistant dish. This step removes bubbles and ensures a smooth, silky texture.
Steam the Egg
Step 4: Prepare Steamer
Set up a steamer by boiling water in a pot fitted with a steaming rack. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low.
Step 5: Steam Eggs
Place the strained egg dish onto the steaming rack. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil or a lid. Steam gently on medium-low heat for approximately 12-15 minutes, until softly set.
Garnish and Serve
Step 6: Add Toppings
Remove steamed egg carefully from the steamer. Top evenly with finely chopped pickled vegetables. Drizzle lightly with soy sauce and Redbloom chili oil.
Step 7: Final Touch
Sprinkle fresh green onions over the steamed egg. Serve immediately while warm, with rice or as part of your favorite meal.
Conclusion
Your deliciously silky Chinese Steamed Egg is now ready to enjoy! Simple ingredients come together to form a nutritious, comforting dish enhanced by tangy pickled vegetables, savory soy sauce, and spicy Redbloom chili oil. Perfect as a side dish or a quick snack, it's sure to delight your taste buds.
Enjoy this comforting and silky steamed egg!