
Inga Lam’s Silky Steamed Egg Custard

Inga Lam’s Silky Steamed Egg Custard
Inga Lam
Inga Lam
Whisk eggs well in a bowl. Slowly mix in the chicken broth until well combined.
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, to ensure a smooth surface.
Bring the steamer to a boil. Place the bowls into the steamer and steam over medium high heat for 3 minutes.
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.
Remove eggs from the steamer and drizzle some sauce on top to taste. Garnish with scallions and serve warm.
Large eggs |
2
|
Chicken broth (1:2 ratio of egg to broth) |
1 cup
|
Soy sauce |
1 tsp
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Sugar |
1 tsp
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Oil |
1 tsp
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Scallions for garnish |
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.
To ensure food safety, eggs should be cooked until both the yolk and the white are firm. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially for those with certain medical conditions. For recipes that call for eggs that are raw or undercooked when the dish is served, use either pasteurized shell eggs that have been treated to destroy Salmonella, or use pasteurized egg products.