Hunan Style Spicy Steamed Eggs

Ingredients

• Cooking oil2 tablespoons
• Green onions, chopped3 tablespoons (2 for stir-frying, 1 for garnish)
• Chili flakes or powder1 tablespoon
• Water1.5 cups
• Salt1/2 teaspoon
• Chicken bouillon1/2 teaspoon
• Light soy sauce1 tablespoon
• White pepper powder1/4 teaspoon
• Eggs5-6 large

Method

1. 1

   Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a wok over medium heat until seven-tenths hot.

2. 2

   Add 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions and 1 tablespoon of chili flakes/powder. Stir-fry until fragrant.

3. 3

   Turn off the heat. Pour in 1.5 cups of water.

4. 4

   Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of chicken bouillon, 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon of white pepper powder. Stir well to combine.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, crack 5-6 large eggs and beat them well until fully mixed and dispersed.

6. 6

   Pour the beaten eggs into the wok with the sauce mixture. Stir gently to combine the eggs and sauce evenly.

7. 7

   Cover the wok with a lid. Turn the heat back on to medium-low.

8. 8

   Simmer for about 8 minutes, or until the eggs are set and tender.

9. 9

   Uncover and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of chopped green onions for garnish.

10. 10

    Serve hot, ideally with steamed rice.

Prep 5 min · Cook 10 min