Clams Steamed with Egg
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Clams Steamed with Egg

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Clams Steamed with Egg

About This Recipe

This delicate and flavorful Steamed Clam Egg Custard is a must-try dish that combines tender clams with silky-smooth eggs for a luxurious texture. Fresh clams are first cooked with aromatic ginger to create a rich, savory broth, which is then blended with beaten eggs for a velvety custard base. The custard is gently steamed with the clams, absorbing their briny sweetness while staying perfectly tender. A finishing touch of scallions and fragrant sesame oil enhances the dish with a burst of freshness and depth. Simple yet elegant, this recipe highlights the natural umami of clams and the comforting richness of steamed eggs. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal, it’s a restaurant-quality dish you can easily make at home. The key lies in the balance of flavors—ginger cuts through the richness, while the clam-infused broth makes every bite unforgettable. Try this steamed custard for a taste of delicate, melt-in-your-mouth perfection!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • clams 300g
  • eggs 3
The aromatics
  • ginger 5g (2-3 slices)
  • scallions 20g (2 stalks)
The sauce & seasonings
  • chicken powder 1 tsp
  • sesame oil 1 tsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Rinse the clams with clean water.
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Step 2
Step 2
Put a small amount of water in a pot, add a few slices of ginger, and bring to a boil. Then add the clams and cook until the shells are slightly open. Remove the clams.
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Step 3
Step 3
Remove the ginger from the broth and pour it into a bowl (discarding the remaining liquid at the bottom of the pot to avoid any sediment). Let it cool to warm.
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Step 4
Step 4
Beat 3 eggs and mix with the clam broth in a 1:1 or 1:1.5 ratio.
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Step 5
Step 5
Stir the egg mixture thoroughly with the broth, then add a pinch of salt and chicken powder. Mix well and remove any foam.
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Step 6
Step 6
Take a deep plate, arrange the clams on it, pour in the egg mixture, cover with plastic wrap (or another plate of the same size to prevent steam from entering), and steam over boiling water for 8-10 minutes until the egg mixture is set. Remove and sprinkle with scallions and sesame oil.

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