This traditional Chinese dessert is smooth like pudding, gently sweet, and deeply soothing. Infused with fresh ginger and steamed to velvety perfection, itโs grandmaโs remedy for cold nights and quiet moments.
Ingredients
๐ฅ 3 large eggs
๐ฅ 250 ml whole milk (1 cup)
๐ฏ 30 g honey (1 ยฝ tbsp)
๐ซ 10 g fresh ginger, grated (2 tsp)
๐ง Pinch of salt
๐ง 120 ml hot water for steaming (ยฝ cup)
Preparation
1๏ธโฃ In a bowl, beat eggs gently. Add milk, honey, grated ginger, and salt. Stir slowly until combined โ avoid bubbles.
2๏ธโฃ Strain the mixture into 2โ3 small ramekins or bowls through a fine sieve.
3๏ธโฃ Cover ramekins with foil. Place them in a steamer or deep pan over simmering water.
4๏ธโฃ Steam gently for 12โ15 minutes, or until just set but still jiggly in the center.
5๏ธโฃ Let rest for 5 minutes before serving warm โ or chill if you prefer it cold.
Total Time
๐ ๏ธ Prep: 5 min
๐ฅ Cook: 15 min
๐ Total: 20 min
Nutritional Value
๐ฅ Calories: 180 kcal
๐ช Protein: 7 g
๐ง Fat: 8 g
๐ Carbohydrates: 18 g
๐ง Sodium: 85 mg
Advice
For a more intense ginger aroma, let the mixture infuse for 5 minutes before straining.
Status
๐ฎ Steamed ginger custard โ smooth, cozy, and just sweet enough.
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