Tomato and Egg Custard
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Tomato and Egg Custard

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Tomato and Egg Custard

About This Recipe

This delicate and flavorful Steamed Egg Custard with Tomato Topping is a comforting dish that combines silky smooth eggs with a tangy, sweet tomato sauce. Perfectly steamed to a tender, custard-like texture, the eggs are mixed with water for an ultra-light consistency, then covered and steamed with small holes for even cooking. The result is a melt-in-your-mouth base that pairs beautifully with a vibrant tomato topping. Fresh tomatoes are sautéed in olive oil until juicy, then seasoned with a touch of salt and sugar for a balanced sweet-savory finish. Simple yet elegant, this dish highlights the natural richness of eggs and the bright acidity of tomatoes, making it a wholesome and satisfying meal. Ideal for a quick breakfast, light lunch, or nutritious side, this recipe is both easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious.

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • eggs 2 large
  • water 7 tablespoons
The aromatics
  • tomatoes 1 medium (约150g)
The sauce & seasonings
  • olive oil 1 tablespoon

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Prepare the century-old chestnut baby egg
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Step 2
Step 2
Use 2 eggs
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Step 3
Step 3
Beat the eggs
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Step 4
Step 4
Then add 7 tablespoons of water and mix well
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Step 5
Step 5
Cover with plastic wrap
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Step 6
Step 6
Use a toothpick to poke some small holes in the plastic wrap
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Step 7
Step 7
Steam over the pot, after the pot is opened, steam for about 15 minutes
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Step 8
Step 8
Cut the tomatoes into small pieces
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Step 9
Step 9
Pour olive oil into the pot, then add the tomatoes and stir-fry until the juice comes out, add salt and sugar, stir-fry evenly, then pour it over the steamed egg custard

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