Savory Steamed Egg Custard (Chawan Mushi)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 0
Savory Steamed Egg Custard (Chawan Mushi)
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 cups dashi
4 teaspoons sake , divided
2 1/2 teaspoons light soy sauce , divided
1 teaspoon salt
6 ounces skinned and boneless chicken
8 medium shrimp , shelled ( tails intact )
8 small fresh shiitake mushrooms ( or 4 medium )
1 small carrot , pared
2 ounces spinach
1/4 cup water
1 piece lemon rind , cut into 1/16-inch strips
4 large eggs
3 -4 cups boiling water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
143
Sugar
1g
Fat
7g
Chawan Mushi is a popular Japanese appetizer that is steamed and served hot in small cups. It is made with a mixture of eggs, dashi, and other ingredients such as mushrooms, shrimp, and vegetables. Chawan Mushi has a delicate and silky texture and is usually served as a light and healthy appetizer before sushi and other traditional Japanese dishes. This recipe adds a unique twist to the traditional Chawan Mushi by incorporating spinach and lemon rind, adding a hint of freshness to the dish. Savor every spoonful of this protein-rich appetizer with its soft texture and flavorful taste.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, mix dashi, 2 tsp sake, 2 tsp soy sauce and salt together.
2.Add chicken, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms and carrot to the mixture.
3.In a separate mixing bowl, whisk eggs well, and then pour them into a measuring cup.
4.Fill four heatproof tea cups with chicken and vegetable mixture.
5.Pour egg mixture into the cups of chicken and vegetable mixture.
6.Cover the cups with aluminum foil and place them into a wooden steamer basket.
7.Place the basket in a baking dish filled with boiling water.
8.Cover the dish with aluminum foil and steam the cups for 15-20 minutes.
9.Meanwhile, blanch spinach in boiling water for 30 seconds before chopping it into small pieces.
10.Combine spinach with sliced lemon rind, 1/4 cup water, 2 tsp sake and 1/2 tsp soy sauce.
11.Serve the steamed egg custard with spinach mixture.

PROS

Savory flavor and fiber-rich ingredients make Chawan Mushi a healthy appetizer choice.

Eggs and spinach are excellent sources of protein and vitamins.

Steaming makes this dish a low-fat and low-calorie appetizer.

CONS

Chawan Mushi is a relatively complex dish with many ingredients that may be hard to find.

The savory taste may not appeal to everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Savory Steamed Egg Custard (Chawan Mushi) is an excellent source of protein and vitamins.
Eggs are rich in protein and vitamin D, while spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K and A.
Shiitake mushrooms are believed to boost the immune system and aid in cancer prevention.

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