Steamed Egg Custard

Name: Steamed Egg Custard
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 3 large eggs, beaten; 1 cup warm water (about 100°F); 2 tsp soy sauce; 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 green onion, thinly sliced

A silky, smooth Chinese steamed egg custard with a wobbling, tofu-like texture, seasoned lightly with soy sauce and sesame oil. Simple and nourishing, it is a beloved everyday breakfast or side dish.

25 minEasyServes 2130 cal/serving

ChineseBreakfastStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbDairy-FreeNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

3 large eggs, beaten
1 cup warm water (about 100°F)
2 tsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
1/4 tsp salt
1 green onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

1

Beat 3 large eggs thoroughly in a bowl. Add 1 cup warm water (about 100°F) and 1/4 tsp salt, whisking until well combined. The ratio of water to egg keeps the custard silky and tender.
2

Strain the egg mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a shallow heatproof bowl or individual ramekins to remove any bubbles or lumps.
3

Skim any foam from the surface. Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap or a plate.
4

Set up a steamer: fill a pot with 1-2 inches of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low so the water simmers gently. Place the bowl of custard in the steamer. Steam over gentle heat for 12-15 minutes until the custard is just set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
5

Remove from the steamer carefully. Drizzle with 2 tsp soy sauce and 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil. Garnish with 1 thinly sliced green onion and serve immediately.

Questions

Can I make Steamed Egg Custard gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 tsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Steamed Egg Custard keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Steamed Egg Custard?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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