Steamed Eggs with Tofu

Steamed Eggs with Tofu is ultra-silky, melt-in-your-mouth, and unbelievably smooth—like a warm custard you can eat with a spoon. This savory and delicate dish is pure comfort, and with my easy step-by-step method, making it at home is totally possible. Follow a few simple tips to get flawless results every time—no bubbles, no cracks, just pure velvety perfection.

Steamed Eggs with Tofu Recipe

Serves: 4
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:
2 packages egg tofu
5 large eggs (1 cup, or 250 ml)
1/10 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups lukewarm chicken stock (356 ml, 98–105°F)
1/2 stalk scallions, thinly sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Instructions

1. Prepare the tofu and eggs

• Cut the egg tofu into 1/2-inch rings and place them in a heatproof serving bowl.
• In a mixing bowl, add eggs and salt. Whisk until smooth.
• Pour lukewarm chicken stock into the egg mixture and whisk to combine.
• Strain the egg mixture through a fine mesh sieve into the serving bowl to eliminate air bubbles.

2. Steam the eggs

• Place the serving bowl in a steamer and cover it with a plate.
• Bring a pot of water to a boil over high heat.
• Set the steamer over the pot. Reduce to low heat, cover with a lid, and steam for 15 minutes until the eggs are set.
• Turn off the heat and let the bowl rest in the steamer for 1 minute before removing.

3. Serve

• Top the steamed eggs with sliced scallions.
• In a small pan over high heat, heat the cooking oil until smoking. Carefully pour it over the scallions.
• Drizzle soy sauce over the top and enjoy immediately.

Tips & notes

• Use lukewarm chicken stock between 98–105°F for the best silky texture.
• Maintain the egg-to-liquid ratio at about 1:1.5 for perfect consistency.
• Strain the egg mixture before steaming to remove bubbles and achieve a smooth surface.
• Cover the bowl while steaming to prevent water droplets from creating holes or cracks.
• Adjust steaming time if using a different bowl size or shape, as it may cook faster or slower.