Paleo Chinese Tea Eggs

Elevate your snack game with these Paleo Chinese Tea Eggs, a healthier twist on a beloved street food classic. Infused with the warm, aromatic flavors of black tea, star anise, cinnamon, and Sichuan peppercorns, these marbled eggs boast a stunning visual appeal and an irresistible depth of taste. Instead of soy sauce, this paleo-friendly version uses coconut aminos to create a subtly sweet and savory brine. Slow-simmered for maximum flavor and marinated overnight for an extra punch, these tea eggs make the perfect protein-packed snack, appetizer, or addition to salads and rice bowls. Simple to prepare yet rich in tradition and flavor, they’re a must-try for anyone craving a wholesome, flavorful treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces large eggs
• 2 bags black tea bags
• 1 cup coconut aminos
• 3 cups water
• 2 pieces star anise
• 1 piece cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
• 1 inch, sliced ginger
• 1 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Place the eggs in a medium-sized pot and cover them completely with cold water.

Step 2

Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the eggs simmer for about 8 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the eggs from the pot and place them in a bowl of cold water to cool for a few minutes.

Step 4

Gently tap each egg with the back of a spoon to crack the shells all over, creating a marbled effect when finished.

Step 5

Return the eggs to the pot and add the black tea bags, coconut aminos, water, star anise, cinnamon stick, fennel seeds, Sichuan peppercorns, sliced ginger, and sea salt.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours. The longer the eggs soak in the spiced tea, the more flavor they will absorb.

Step 7

Once cooked to your desired flavor, remove the pot from the heat and allow the eggs to cool in the liquid.

Step 8

For best results, let the eggs marinate in the fridge overnight, but they can also be enjoyed immediately.

Step 9

Peel the eggs before serving, and enjoy them with a sprinkle of additional sea salt if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1294.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	719.6

Total Fat 32.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1116mg	0%
Sodium 7031.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 47.5g
Protein 38.5g	0%

Vitamin D 240IU	0%
Calcium 332.5mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 661.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.2%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 36.8%