Steamed egg custard is a traditional delicacy loved by many people, it is delicate, delicious, and nutritious. Below, we will explain in detail how to make steamed egg custard.
1. Prepare materials.
1.Eggs: 2-3 pcs.
2.Warm water: 15-2 times.
3.Salt: to taste.
4.Soy sauce: to taste.
5.Sesame oil: to taste.
6.Chopped green onion: to taste.
Second, the production steps.
1.Beat the eggs.
Crack the eggs into a bowl, add the salt to the appropriate amount and beat well with chopsticks or whisk.
2.Warm water.
Join 15-2 times warm water, stir well. Be careful not to overheat the water temperature to avoid blanching the eggs.
3.Screening.
Use a leaky net or gauze to filter out impurities such as egg tendons and egg white membranes to make the steamed eggs more delicate.
4.Skim off the foam.
Use a spoon to gently skim off the foam on the surface so that the steamed egg custard will be smoother.
5.Cover with plastic wrap.
Cover the bowl with a layer of plastic wrap and prick a few small holes in the plastic wrap with a toothpick so that the vapor can circulate.
6.Steamed.
Place the egg mixture in a steamer, cover and steam over medium heat for 10-15 minutes. Be careful not to use high heat to avoid bubbling on the surface of the steamed egg custard.
7.Remove from pan to taste.
Take out the steamed egg custard, remove the plastic wrap, add an appropriate amount of soy sauce and sesame oil, sprinkle with chopped green onions and serve.
3. Precautions.
1.The ratio of egg liquid to warm water should be mastered, generally 1:15-2。Too much water will make the steamed egg custard too thin, and too little water will make the steamed egg custard too hard.
2.The steaming time should be determined according to factors such as pot and fire, generally 10-15 minutes. If the steaming time is too long, the steamed egg custard will lose its elasticity, and if the time is too short, the steamed egg custard will not be formed.
3.When seasoning, you can add some seafood ingredients such as shrimp and scallops to increase the umami, or you can add an appropriate amount of chili oil or sesame oil according to your personal taste to add flavor.
4.The steamed egg custard should be golden or pale yellow in color, smooth as a mirror, and delicate and soft in taste. If you find that the steamed egg custard is too dark in color or bubbly on the surface, it may be due to things such as steaming for too long or adding too much water.
5.When eating, it can be eaten with some side dishes or soups to increase nutrition and taste. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to moderate consumption, as excessive intake of protein may cause a burden on physical health.
In conclusion, making steamed egg custard requires mastering certain skills and precautions. By following the right methods and steps, we can easily make a delicious steamed egg custard. Hopefully, this article will help you better understand and master the practice of steamed egg custard.