
Chinese Steamed Egg Custard
Steamed savoury custard
- Time
- 20 min
- Serves
- 3
- Calories
- 180 kcal
- Protein
- 16 g
0:00 / 1:20
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Ingredients
Quantities for 3 servings.
Servings:(recipe makes 3)
Method
- 1Beat eggs gently with warm stock and salt — minimum bubbles.
- 2Pour through a sieve into a shallow heatproof dish for satin texture.
- 3Cover with cling film or a plate; place in a steamer.
- 4Steam on low heat for 12 minutes till just set and wobbling like jelly.
- 5Drizzle soy, sesame oil and vinegar over the top.
- 6Scatter spring onion and white pepper; eat warm with a spoon, the surface should be glassy.
About this recipe
Built on eggs — swap with silken tofu pressed and seasoned with kala namak; steam to warm through only.



