Heart-Healthy Chinese Tea Eggs
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Heart-Healthy Chinese Tea Eggs—a delicious and nourishing twist on the traditional Asian delicacy. These marbled eggs are infused with the robust flavors of black tea, low-sodium soy sauce, star anise, cinnamon, and aromatic spices like Sichuan peppercorns and fresh ginger, making them not only visually stunning but also packed with bold, savory notes. Perfectly tailored for those seeking low-sodium yet flavor-rich snacks, these eggs are gently simmered and steeped to create an intricate marbling effect that doubles as a feast for the eyes. Ideal as a guilt-free protein snack, appetizer, or flavorful addition to meals, this recipe is a must-try for health-conscious food lovers who crave culturally inspired dishes.
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces large eggs
- 4 cups water
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons black tea leaves
- 2 pieces star anise
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon crushed Sichuan peppercorns
- 5 slices sliced fresh ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
Directions
Step 1
Place the eggs in a medium-sized pot and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
Step 2
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the eggs simmer for 10 minutes. Remove them from the pot using a slotted spoon and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 3
Gently tap each egg with the back of a spoon to create small cracks all over the shell. This will allow the tea mixture to penetrate the eggs.
Step 4
In the same pot, combine the 4 cups of water, low-sodium soy sauce, black tea leaves, star anise, cinnamon stick, crushed Sichuan peppercorns, sliced fresh ginger, salt, and sugar.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat and then reduce the heat to low, allowing it to simmer.
Step 6
Carefully return the cracked eggs to the pot, ensuring they are fully submerged in the tea mixture.
Step 7
Simmer the eggs in the tea mixture for 60 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse into the eggs.
Step 8
After 60 minutes, remove the pot from the heat and let the eggs cool in the tea mixture for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight in the refrigerator for more intense flavor.
Step 9
Once ready to serve, peel the eggs to reveal their beautiful marbled patterns and enjoy them as a healthy and flavorful snack or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1355.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 529.9 |
| Total Fat 32.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 1116mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3134.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.6g | |
| Protein 44.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 240IU | 0% |
| Calcium 323.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 616.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories