Chinese Steamed Eggs
Around the World in 80 Eggs: day 35
Forget boring scrambled eggs, these Chinese steamed eggs are the dish of my childhood dreams. This was something my parents whipped up countless times when I was growing up. Serious nostalgia vibes for me whenever I cook this hehe
These have a jiggly and silky texture, and the flavour savoury with soy sauce, sesame oil and chilli oil seeping into the egg when it's sliced through when cooked. It's also perfect for adjusting to your taste preference so you can top it with coriander, crispy shallots and also crunchy peanuts. Whatever you like really.
It's a super easy and quick dish, and they can be a side dish, a starter or even a breakfast on their own. Empty fridge? No problem! This dish is my nostalgia in a bowl, and it can be yours too. Definitely give this a try if you're looking for an easy protein hit post working out.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 250ml warm water or vegetable/chicken stock
For seasoning and toppings
- 1-2 tbsp light soy sauce, depending on preference
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tbsp chilli oil
- chopped spring onions
Pair it with
Instructions
- In a bowl, crack your eggs and whisk them together until well combined.
- Slowly whisk in the water or stock. Using warm water means the eggs cook more evenly without becoming tough.
- Pour this mixture into another bowl through a fine mesh sieve to get rid of any lumps and spoon off any air bubbles with a spoon for the smoothest of textures.
- Wrap the bowl in cling film and place into a steamer apparatus. You can use a bamboo steamer basket over a pot of simmering water, or even a heat-resistant bowl placed over a wok. Just make sure the water doesn't touch the bottom of your bowl or steamer. Cover it with a lid and cook for up to 15 mins on a low heat. You can cook for less time if you prefer a more jiggly texture. A quick and easy way to check for doneness is to gently nudge the bowl – the eggs should wobble slightly but not be completely liquid.
- Once your eggs are steamed, remove them from the heat and score the surface gently with a small knife. Spoon over the seasoning and sprinkle with chopped spring onions and anything else you want to top it with.
- Serve over steamed rice to enjoy as a light meal/breakfast, or as a side dish for a great meal.
Video demonstration
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