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Culinary Class Wars Golden Steamed Eggs

This silky steamed egg recipe is a quick and comforting dish that’s perfect for any meal. Eggs are whisked with water and chicken bouillon, then steamed to a tender, custard-like texture. Topped with fragrant scallion oil and a splash of light soy sauce, it’s simple, savory, and irresistibly smooth.

Ingredients

  • * 7 eggs
  • * Water 2:1 ratio with eggs
  • * ½ tbsp chicken bouillon powder
  • * 2–3 scallions chopped
  • * Neutral oil like vegetable or canola
  • * Light soy sauce

Instructions

  • Crack 3 eggs into a bowl.
  • Add water using a 2:1 water-to-egg ratio (I like to use the eggshell to measure roughly).
  • Add chicken bouillon powder and whisk until smooth.
  • Pour the mixture through a sieve into a heat-safe bowl to ensure a silky texture.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and poke a few holes for steam.
  • Steam over medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until the eggs are ~80% set.
  • Crack the remaining eggs in a separate bowl. Spoon each egg on top of the first layer.
  • In a small pan, add chopped scallions and neutral oil.
  • Cook on low heat until fragrant, then remove from heat.
  • Cover the eggs again and steam for 2 more minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and let the eggs sit in the residual steam for a few more minutes until fully set.
  • Pour the warm scallion oil over the steamed eggs.
  • Drizzle lightly with soy sauce to taste.