Egg custard is suitable for people of all ages, and the nutrients in it are easily absorbed by the body. How can we make the egg custard smooth and delicious?
Steamed Egg Custard
1. Beat 1 egg in a bowl, add an appropriate amount of salt and mix well. Add warm or cool boiled water or stock (the ideal egg-to-water ratio is 1:2. Simply put, the water should be twice the volume of the egg liquid);
2. Pour the beaten egg mixture through a strainer into another steaming bowl that has been lightly greased with cooking oil (this prevents the custard from sticking to the bowl after steaming);
3. Start steaming. This is a crucial step for achieving a smooth, mirror-like surface and a delicate, tender texture. Bring water in a steamer to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, place the bowl of egg mixture in the steamer, reduce the heat to medium-low, and leave the steamer lid slightly ajar (you can place two chopsticks under the lid to prop it open, which also conveniently sterilizes the chopsticks). After about 10 minutes, the egg custard should be ready. Garnish with some chopped green onions or cooked meat floss, and drizzle with a few drops of sesame oil before serving.
Cooking Tips
Do not use raw or boiling water to steam the egg. Do not steam for too long. After placing the bowl in the steamer, do not use high heat. You can add dried shrimp, shrimp, or lean meat to the egg mixture to steam together. If you have a casserole at home, it is best to use it to steam the egg. Remember to cover the casserole lid.
The key to egg custard is its tenderness and smoothness. Many people, in the process of making it, can easily lose its deliciousness. Making egg custard requires skill; once mastered, you can achieve that wonderfully smooth, tender, and delicious texture.
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