I. Introduction.
Quail eggs are a nutritious and unique snack that is loved by many people. Marinating is a common way to make delicious quail eggs, adding a rich flavor and unique taste to them. This article will introduce you to the marinating method of quail eggs, as well as the tips and precautions in it.
2. Prepare materials.
Main ingredients: 500 grams of quail eggs.
Auxiliary materials: marinade (star anise, cinnamon, bay leaves, pepper, cloves, fennel, grass fruit, etc.), ginger slices, green onions, salt, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, etc.
3. Marinating steps.
1.Cleaning quail eggs: Place quail eggs in clean water and wash them gently to remove impurities and dirt from the surface.
2.Pot under cold water: Put the cleaned quail eggs in the pot, add enough water, and bring to a boil over high heat.
3.Blanch to remove the fish: After the water is boiled, skim off the foam and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, then remove the quail eggs and rinse them with water to remove the fishy smell.
4.Prepare the marinade: Put the required marinade (star anise, cinnamon, bay leaf, pepper, cloves, fennel, grass fruit, etc.) into the gauze bag and tie the bag tightly.
5.Cook the marinade: Add enough water to the pot, add ginger slices, green onions, marinade packets, salt, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce and sugar, bring to a boil over high heat, then turn to low heat and simmer for 30 minutes to make the marinade.
6.Braised quail eggs: Put the blanched quail eggs into the marinade, boil over high heat, turn to low heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes, so that the quail eggs can fully absorb the flavor of the marinade.
7.Soak and cool: Remove the marinated quail eggs, cool them naturally to room temperature, and then soak them in the marinade to make them more flavorful.
8.Enjoy: After soaking for about 2 hours, remove the quail eggs and peel off the shells to enjoy the delicious marinated quail eggs. Marinated quail eggs can also be vacuum-packed or refrigerated in a plastic bag for later consumption.
4. Tips and precautions.
1.Cleaning: When cleaning quail eggs, scrub the surface gently to avoid damaging the eggshell and affecting the taste.
2.Pot under cold water: Boiling quail eggs in cold water will help to peel the shells better.
3.Blanching to remove the fishy smell: Skim off the scum during the blanching process to remove the fishy smell. After blanching, rinse with water.
4.Marinade selection: Different marinades can be selected according to personal taste to make different flavors of marinated quail eggs.
5.Control the marinating time: The marinating time should not be too long, so as not to damage the taste and nutritional value of quail eggs. Generally speaking, marinating for 20-30 minutes is sufficient.
6.Soak and cool: After taking out the marinated quail eggs, they should be naturally cooled to room temperature, and then soaked in the marinade for a period of time to make them more flavorful.
7.Storage: It is best to eat the marinated quail eggs on the same day to avoid repeated heating affecting the taste and nutritional value. If you need to store it, you can put it in the refrigerator or freeze it. Heat well before re-serving to ensure safety and hygiene.