Silky Pudding-Style Steamed Egg Custard
The Ultimate Golden Recipe for Lusciously Smooth Pudding-Like Steamed Egg Custard!
Say goodbye to dry, rubbery steamed eggs! Introducing a recipe for steamed egg custard so tender and smooth it’s like pudding. It’s absolutely delicious served with freshly cooked rice. This elegant steamed egg dish is perfect for a children’s side dish or for entertaining guests!
Ingredients- 2 fresh eggs
- 100ml kombu dashi stock (warm or at room temperature)
- Chopped chives or green onions (about 1-2 Tbsp)
- Finely diced carrots (about 1-2 Tbsp)
- 1/2 tsp salt (using a coffee spoon)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the kombu dashi stock to enhance the flavor of your dish. You can do this by soaking a piece of kombu (about 5x5cm) in 200ml of cold water for at least 10 minutes, or by bringing water to a boil, adding kombu for 5 minutes, then turning off the heat and removing the kombu. Alternatively, for a deeper flavor, soak the kombu in cold water overnight.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine 100ml of the prepared kombu dashi stock with 2 fresh eggs. Gently whisk them together, being careful not to create too much foam. It’s important to mix the egg whites and yolks thoroughly.
Step 3
For an even smoother texture, strain the egg mixture through a sieve. This crucial step removes the chalazae (the stringy white bits from the egg whites), resulting in a steamed egg custard as smooth and silky as pudding. Don’t skip this!
Step 4
To efficiently remove the chalazae with a sieve, gently stir the egg mixture with chopsticks as you pour it through the sieve. This method makes it much easier to separate and remove the chalazae, ensuring a clean and smooth result.
Step 5
With the chalazae cleanly removed, the egg mixture will appear milky white and lustrous, much like it would if you had added milk. It already boasts a fresh and appetizing appearance.
Step 6
Add the finely chopped chives (or green onions) and carrots to the strained egg mixture and stir well to combine. These additions not only enhance the visual appeal with color but also add extra flavor and nutrients, making your steamed egg custard even more delicious.
Step 7
Finally, add 1/2 tsp of salt (using a coffee spoon) and mix everything thoroughly to season. Feel free to adjust the salt amount to your personal preference.
Step 8
Carefully pour the prepared egg mixture into a beautiful oven-safe dish or a small earthenware pot. Serving it in a nice dish will make the steamed egg custard look even more elegant.
Step 9
Place the dish in a steamer with preheated steam and steam over high heat for about 8 minutes. If you are using a single, larger dish, steam for approximately 10 minutes. To check for doneness, insert a skewer or chopstick; it should come out clean with no liquid egg attached.
Step 10
And now, your pudding-like, melt-in-your-mouth steamed egg custard is ready! Enjoy it deliciously with a bowl of warm rice.
