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Steamed Eggs

A fluffy, custardy Korean side dish made by gently simmering whisked eggs in a savory kelp broth.

20 minEasyServes 2140 cal/serving

KoreanSideStovetopLow CarbKetoHigh ProteinGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup kelp broth
  • 1 tsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp green onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk 4 beaten large eggs, 1 cup kelp broth, and 1 tsp fish sauce in a small pot or earthenware bowl until completely smooth.

  2. 2

    Place the pot over medium heat and stir constantly until curds begin to form, about 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat to low, cover with a dome lid, and cook for 4-5 minutes until puffy and set.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp finely chopped green onion, 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

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Questions

What should Steamed Eggs look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until puffy and set.

What can I use instead of fish sauce in Steamed Eggs?

The entry for Steamed Eggs calls for 1 tsp fish sauce. In its place: Soy sauce with a squeeze of lime covers the salt and some of the savor. For a vegetarian version, use a mushroom-based soy sauce. Start with the same volume and adjust.

Is Steamed Eggs low-carb?

A serving of Steamed Eggs carries 2 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 10 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 2 percent.

Does Steamed Eggs contain sesame?

Yes: 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil and 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs, fish and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Steamed Eggs?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) has 13 g of protein in about 140 calories, alongside 2 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat, plus 480 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein side collection.

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