Chinese Steamed Eggs

Steamed eggs in a white ramekin garnished with green onions and a spoon lifting some eggs out of the ramekin.

5 from 2 votes

Silky and delicate with surprisingly deep flavors, Chinese Steamed Eggs are easy to make, ready in fifteen minutes, and incredibly versatile.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Chinese

Total Cost: ($0.71 recipe / $0.36 per serving)

Servings:

Calories: 72kcal

Author: Dara Yu

Equipment

Steam Basket

Ingredients

2 large eggs $0.70
1/4 tsp salt $0.01
1 cup warm water $0.00

Instructions

In a medium bowl, gently whisk the eggs with the eggs with the salt until small bubbles start to form on the surface, about 1 minute.
Add the warm water to the egg mixture and carefully whisk until thoroughly combined.
Carefully pour the egg mixture through a fine-mesh sieve and into 2 small ramekins or bowls. Cover with plastic wrap or foil and gently pierce with a knife to create a steam vent.
Place a steamer rack in a pot and fill the pot with water until it reaches just below the rack. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Then gently place the ramekins on the rack and lower the heat to medium-low. Cover and steam for 10 minutes.
Carefully remove the ramekins from the steamer and garnish with desired toppings.* Serve immediately. Enjoy the silkiest eggs you've ever had!

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Notes

*Suggested Toppings: scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili oil, sesame seeds

Nutrition

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