Steamed Egg Custard with Crab Meat (蟹肉蒸水蛋)

蟹肉蒸水蛋 (Steamed Egg Custard with Crab Meat) is a classic dish in Liaoning Cuisine, known for its delicate texture and savory flavor. This recipe combines the richness of crab meat with the smoothness of steamed egg custard, creating a delightful dish that is perfect for a special meal or as part of a banquet.

Steamed Egg Custard with Crab Meat (蟹肉蒸水蛋)

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 100g crab meat
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, beat the eggs and stir in the water, salt, and sugar until well combined.
  2. Strain the egg mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof dish.
  3. Top the egg mixture with the crab meat.
  4. Place the dish in a steamer over high heat and steam for 15 minutes, or until the egg custard is set.
  5. Remove from the steamer and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Protein
15g
Fat
10g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Heatproof dish Steamer

Tools

Bowl Fine-mesh sieve Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serve the 蟹肉蒸水蛋 (Steamed Egg Custard with Crab Meat) with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can use fresh crab meat instead of canned crab meat.

Cost

$10