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.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 100g crab meat
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- In a bowl, beat the eggs and stir in the water, salt, and sugar until well combined.
- Strain the egg mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof dish.
- Top the egg mixture with the crab meat.
- Place the dish in a steamer over high heat and steam for 15 minutes, or until the egg custard is set.
- 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