World Flavors Cookbook

Steamed Egg Custard (Zheng Shui Dan)

Name: Steamed Egg Custard (Zheng Shui Dan)
Cook time: 10 min
Cuisine: China
Ingredients: 3 large eggs; Warm water (1.5 times the volume of eggs); Pinch of salt; Topping: Light soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions

Silky smooth, savory egg custard that is as delicate as tofu.

Cuisine: China

Ingredients

3 large eggs
Warm water (1.5 times the volume of eggs)
Pinch of salt
Topping: Light soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions

Instructions

Whisk eggs and salt. Slowly add warm water while whisking.
Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a shallow heat-proof bowl to remove bubbles.
Cover with plastic wrap or a plate. Steam on low-medium heat for 8-10 minutes.
Drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil. Garnish with green onions.