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Braised Egg in Soy Sauce
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15 MIN
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4 servings
About This Recipe
This Soy-Marinated Tea Eggs recipe delivers rich, savory flavor with a hint of spice, thanks to a fragrant brine of oyster sauce, light soy sauce, scallions, ginger, and Sichuan peppercorns. The eggs are first perfectly soft-boiled, then soaked in a sweet-savory marinade that infuses them with deep umami notes. A touch of sugar balances the saltiness, while the peppercorns add a subtle numbing kick. The key to success? Letting the eggs soak overnight for maximum flavor. These marbled beauties make a delicious snack, ramen topping, or protein-packed addition to any meal. Quick to prepare yet impressive in taste, these tea eggs are a must-try for anyone who loves bold, aromatic flavors. The cold-water shock ensures easy peeling, while the slow brine soak guarantees every bite is packed with savory goodness.
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
15m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- eggs 4 large eggs
The aromatics
- water about 1 liter (divided for brine and boiling)
The sauce & seasonings
- oyster sauce 2 tablespoons
- light soy sauce 2 tablespoons
- sugar 2 tablespoons
- scallions 2 stalks (chopped)
- ginger 1 small piece (peeled and sliced)
- Sichuan peppercorns 1 teaspoon
menu_book Directions
1

Step 1
Add water to the pot.
2

Step 2
Pour in oyster sauce.
3

Step 3
Pour in light soy sauce.
4

Step 4
Add two tablespoons of sugar.
5

Step 5
Add two tablespoons of salt.
6

Step 6
Add scallions, ginger, and Sichuan peppercorns.
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Step 7
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium heat for 10 minutes.
8

Step 8
Pour the cooked brine into a large bowl and let it cool.
9

Step 9
In another pot, add water to cover the eggs.
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Step 10
Add two tablespoons of salt.
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Step 11
Bring the water to a boil.
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Step 12
Add the eggs.
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Step 13
After adding the eggs, adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
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Step 14
Cover and simmer for 7 minutes.
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Step 15
Remove the eggs and immediately rinse with cold water until completely cooled.
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Step 16
Peel the eggs.
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Step 17
Place the eggs in the cooled brine.
18

Step 18
Soak for 4 hours or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight for better flavor.
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