Description
Korean Steamed Eggs is a delicate and silky steamed egg custard dish, featuring a smooth texture achieved by steaming a well-seasoned egg mixture. Perfectly savory with hints of soy sauce and sesame oil, it’s a comforting side dish commonly served with rice and Korean meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup water or broth (chicken or vegetable)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- Salt to taste
Optional Add-ins
- Diced vegetables (carrots, zucchini)
- Seafood (shrimp, crab)
- Kimchi
Instructions
- Beat the eggs: In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs until they are smooth and fully combined to ensure a uniform texture.
- Whisk in liquid: Gradually add water or broth to the eggs while whisking continuously to create a consistent mixture.
- Season the mixture: Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt to taste, balancing the flavors to your preference.
- Strain the mixture: For the smoothest texture, pass the egg mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any lumps or bubbles.
- Prepare steaming setup: Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer and place a steamer rack or a heatproof bowl inside to hold the egg mixture during steaming.
- Steam the eggs: Pour the strained egg mixture into the bowl, cover it, and steam for 15 to 20 minutes until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center, ensuring a soft and silky consistency.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the chopped green onions over the top. Optionally, drizzle additional sesame oil or sprinkle sesame seeds for enhanced flavor and presentation.
- Serve: Serve the steamed eggs warm alongside rice and traditional Korean side dishes for a complete meal experience.
Notes
- Using broth instead of water adds depth of flavor to the steamed eggs.
- Straining the egg mixture is key to achieving the smoothest, custard-like texture.
- Covering the bowl while steaming prevents water droplets from dripping onto the eggs and ensures even cooking.
- You can customize the dish with optional add-ins like diced vegetables, seafood, or kimchi to add variety.
- Adjust salt and soy sauce quantities according to personal taste and dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Korean
