{"product_id":"the-silky-steamed-egg-custard","title":"The Silky Steamed Egg Custard","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Base:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 Eggs, well beaten.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Liquid:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Warm water (approx. 200ml).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 1:2 Ratio Rule:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For the perfect silk texture, use exactly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edouble the volume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of your beaten eggs. If your eggs measure 100ml, use 200ml of water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetarian Toppings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShiitake mushroom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (thinly sliced), 2 asparagus spears (sliced), and 1 tsp chopped chives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional Protein:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50g Pork or Chicken mince (to be stir-fried separately).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Seasoning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 tsp light soy sauce, 1\/2 tsp sesame oil, 1 pinch salt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Golden Ratio:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt. Measure the volume, then stir in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edouble that amount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of warm water (approx. 45°C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePro-Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pour the mixture through a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esieve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e into your steaming bowl to remove bubbles; this ensures a smooth, \"mirror\" finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeal it:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cover the bowl tightly with cling film and pierce 2–3 tiny holes. This protects the custard from steam droplets that cause \"craters\" on the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGentle Steam:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Place the bowl in the steamer over boiling water. Immediately turn the heat to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and steam for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLayer the Toppings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e * \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetables\/Mushrooms:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carefully lift the film and arrange the sliced mushroom, asparagus, and carrots on the semi-set surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional Mince:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If using meat, stir-fry it in a small pan with a drop of oil while the eggs steam, then set aside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet and Serve:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Replace the film and steam for another \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–5 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e until the custard has a slight \"jiggle\" but is firm to the touch. Remove from the steamer, drizzle with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esoy sauce and sesame oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and top with chives (and your cooked mince if using).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Daily Rice Concept","offers":[{"title":"Beef","offer_id":54811644821795,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fish","offer_id":54811644854563,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mushroom","offer_id":54811644887331,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chicken","offer_id":54811644920099,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tofu","offer_id":54811644952867,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/dailyrice.com.au\/products\/the-silky-steamed-egg-custard","provider":"Daily Rice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}