“Steamed Minced Meat and Egg” is a Chinese dish featuring a delicate and fluffy steamed egg with a savory topping of minced meat, enhanced with soy sauce and spices. It’s a versatile and comforting dish that can be customized to your liking, making it perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 100 grams of minced pork (you can use pork, beef, chicken, or other meat)
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 piece of ginger, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/2 cup water
- Cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)
Cooking Steps:
- Prepare the Steamer:
- Add water to a steamer and bring it to a boil.
- Prepare the Meat Mixture:
- In a bowl, combine the minced pork, sliced scallions, ginger slices, soy sauce, salt, and white pepper.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture:
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and gently stir until the egg whites and yolks are well combined.
- Steam the Eggs:
- Take a steaming bowl or small dish and lightly brush it with cooking oil. Pour the egg mixture into the bowl.
- Add the Meat Mixture:
- Evenly distribute the meat mixture on top of the egg mixture.
- Steam:
- Place the bowl with the eggs and meat into the steamer.
- Steaming Time:
- Cover with a lid and steam for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the eggs are set. You can use a toothpick to check doneness; if it comes out clean when inserted into the egg mixture, it’s done.
- Serve:
- Plate the steamed minced meat and egg and optionally garnish with cilantro leaves. You can either mix the minced meat mixture with the egg or use cilantro as a decorative garnish.
This dish is delicious and can be served as a main or side dish, and you can adjust the choice of meat and seasonings to suit your taste. Enjoy this simple yet flavorful home-cooked meal.
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