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Chinese steamed eggs 
The three color version of Chinese steamed eggOrigin Alternative name(s) Water egg Place of origin China Region or state Chinese-speaking areas Dish details Main ingredient(s) water, chicken broth or soy milk, scallion, century egg, salted duck egg or dried shrimp Variations Chawanmushi, Gyeran jjim Chinese steamed eggs Chinese 蒸水蛋 Cantonese Jyutping zing1 seoi2 daan2 Hanyu Pinyin zhēngshuǐ dàn Literal meaning steam water egg Transcriptions Mandarin - Hanyu Pinyin zhēngshuǐ dàn Cantonese (Yue) - Jyutping zing1 seoi2 daan2 Alternative Chinese name Chinese 鸡蛋羹 Transcriptions Mandarin - Hanyu Pinyin Jīdàn gēng Second alternative Chinese name Chinese 蒸蛋 Transcriptions Third alternative Chinese name Chinese 水蒸蛋 Transcriptions Chinese steamed eggs or water egg is a Chinese home-style dish found all over China. Eggs are beaten to a consistency similar to what would be used for an omelette and then steamed.
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Preparation
Water, chicken broth or soy milk is used. The purpose of adding the extra liquid is to create a more tender texture and to add extra flavor. Other solid ingredients may be added too. The egg mixture is then poured into a dish, which is then placed in a steamer then steamed until fully cooked. The eggs should be steamed just until firm, so that the texture of the eggs is still smooth and silky. One would also put a plate on top of the bowl containing the egg mixture and leave it on while it is being steamed. Uncapped steamed eggs will usually have water on top of the finished dish due to the steam.
Comparison
The closest Western equivalent food is a savory custard.[original research?][citation needed]
Variety
Home versions generally have scallion, century egg, salted duck egg or dried shrimp. The taste is usually savory (as opposed to a sweet custard). The ingredients are added to the egg mixture before steaming. It can also be enjoyed with soy sauce.
See also
- List of egg dishes
- Chawanmushi - A Japanese variant of the dish
- Gyeran jjim - Korean steamed eggs
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