15-Mins Chinese Silky Steamed Egg

Why you'll love this recipe

It’s the ultimate comfort food: a savory, egg custard that is so smooth it practically melts in your mouth.
This dish is high in protein, low in calories, and can be customized with any toppings you like.
It’s a magical transformation of simple eggs and water into a refined, elegant side dish.

Key Ingredients

Warm Water: Using warm (not boiling) water helps the eggs cook more evenly
Toasted Sesame Oil: Just a few drops on top after steaming adds a massive punch of nutty aroma.
Soy Sauce: Provides the necessary salt and umami to contrast the mild, creamy flavor of the eggs.

✅Quick Tips: Always strain your egg mixture through a fine-mesh sieve; this removes air bubbles and make the egg for a glass-smooth surface.

Key Steps

#1: Whisk eggs gently to avoid creating too much foam, then slowly incorporate the warm water.

#2: Strain the mixture into your steaming bowl to ensure there are zero bubbles for a professional finish.

#3: Steam and enjoy!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 20 mins

Cooking Method: Eggs

Courses: Appetizers & Cold Dishes, Main Dishes

Servings: 2

Description

Whisked eggs are steamed into a silky pudding and topped with soy sauce. A perfect simple side dish.

Ingredients:

Instructions

1
Prep the eggs.
2
Whisk eggs with salt until smooth. Slowly mix in warm water (key for silky texture). Strain through a fine sieve into a heatproof bowl to remove bubbles.
3
Steam the eggs.
4
Cover bowl with a plate or foil. Steam over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes (or until the center jiggles slightly when shaken). Turn off heat and let sit covered for 2 more minutes.
5
Serve over soy sauce, sesame oil and scallion to garnish..

Keywords: Steamed Egg, Chinese, Silky, 10-min