Chinese Egg Custard

20 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Crack two eggs into a glass bowl.
  2. 2Whisk in 2-4 teaspoons of maple syrup.
  3. 3Add 200ml of milk, 100ml of water, and then mix well.
  4. 4Divide the mixture between two bowls that you can steam.
  5. 5Place a steaming rack inside of a wide large pot.
  6. 6Add water so that the amount is just below the steaming rack.
  7. 7Bring the water to a boil, then return the heat to low.
  8. 8Place the two bowls onto the steaming rack.
  9. 9Place the lid over top of the pot and steam on low heat for about 15 to 20 minutes.
  10. 10Remove the lid to check.
  11. 11You'll know the egg custard is done when the middle is jiggly, but the sides are slightly firm and set.
  12. 12Top with raw honey, cinnamon, or fresh fruit like banana if you would like.
  13. 13Enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 200 mL milk
  • 100 mL water
  • raw honey
  • cinnamon
  • banana

Equipment

glass bowlwhisksteaming rackwide large potfork