Chinese Tea Eggs Recipe

Name: Chinese Tea Eggs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large eggs; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 cups water; 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, tamari; 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, tamari dark; ⅛ teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoons china black tea leaves; 2 each star anise; 2 inches cinnamon sticks; 1 tablespoon tangerine peel

Servings: persons

4 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, tamari
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, tamari dark
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoons china black tea leaves
2 each star anise
2 inches cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon tangerine peel

1
In a large saucepan, add eggs and 1 teaspoon salt, cover with cold water.
2
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes.
3
Drain, and let cool.
4
Tap eggs with the back of a spoon to crack shells (do not remove shells).
5
In a large saucepan, stir in 3 cups water, soy sauce, black soy sauce, salt, tea leaves, star anise, cinnamon stick, and tangerine peel.
6
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 3 hours.
7
Remove from heat, add eggs, and allow to steep overnight.
8
Serve or keep the eggs refrigerate.

268

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 1/2 cups water, 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, tamari, and more.

Yes, Chinese Tea Eggs falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chinese Tea Eggs

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