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Salted Duck Eggs

Rich and savory cured duck eggs with creamy yolks, traditional in Southeast Asian cooking.

30 minEasyServes 6130 cal/serving

ThaiSideFermentedVegetarianLow CarbKetoHigh ProteinKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 6 fresh duck eggs, washed
  • 1 cup coarse sea salt
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tbsp white spirit or vodka

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 4 cups water and 1 cup coarse sea salt in a pot and bring to a boil until the salt fully dissolves.

  2. 2

    Remove the brine from heat and let it cool completely to room temperature.

  3. 3

    Stir in 2 tbsp white spirit or vodka once cooled.

  4. 4

    Place the 6 washed fresh duck eggs into a clean glass jar and pour the cool brine solution over them, making sure eggs are fully submerged.

  5. 5

    Seal the jar tightly and store in a cool, dark place for 3 to 4 weeks before boiling the eggs to serve.

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Questions

Is the brine in Salted Duck Eggs worth the time?

Step 4 reads: "Place the 6 washed fresh duck eggs into a clean glass jar and pour the cool brine solution over them, making sure eggs are fully submerged." Yes. The salt in step 4 seasons the meat all the way through and helps it hold moisture, which gives you a wider margin before it dries out.

Is Salted Duck Eggs low-carb?

A serving of Salted Duck Eggs carries 1 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 5 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 1 percent.

Does Salted Duck Eggs contain eggs?

Yes: 6 fresh duck eggs, washed. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Salted Duck Eggs?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 130 calories, with 9 g protein, 1 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat, plus 680 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Salted Duck Eggs keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Salted Duck Eggs within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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