Inga Lam’s Silky Steamed Egg Custard

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Inga Lam’s Silky Steamed Egg Custard
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Ingredients

Large eggs
2
Chicken broth (1:2 ratio of egg to broth)
1 cup
Soy sauce
1 tsp
Sugar
1 tsp
Oil
1 tsp
Scallions for garnish

 

Directions

  1. WHISK eggs well in a bowl. Slowly MIX in the chicken broth until well combined.
  2. STRAIN the egg mixture through a fine sieve and DIVIDE into two bowls, gently popping any remaining bubbles on the surface. COVER each bowl with foil to prevent water droplets from dripping and to ensure a smooth surface.
  3. BRING the steamer to a boil. PLACE the bowls into the steamer and STEAM over medium-high heat for 3 minutes.
  4. TURN the heat off and LET SIT with the lid covered for another 8 minutes. COMBINE soy sauce, sugar, and hot oil in a small bowl and SET aside.
  5. REMOVE eggs from the steamer and DRIZZLE some sauce on top to taste. GARNISH with scallions and SERVE warm.

 


Insider Tips

  • Note: As eggs differ in size, the amount of broth will depend on the volume of the eggs used. The key here is to maintain a 1:2 ratio of egg to broth, so adjust as necessary based on your measurements.