Scallion, Mushroom, and Shrimp Custards

1. 1

   In a bowl with a fork beat eggs until combined well.

2. 2

   Skim any fat from broth and add broth with mirin, soy sauce, and zest to eggs, stirring to combine well.

3. 3

   Pour custard through a fine sieve into another bowl.

4. 4

   Peel shrimp and devein if desired.

5. 5

   Diagonally cut white and pale-green parts of scallion into thin slices and thinly slice mushroom.

6. 6

   Divide shrimp, scallion, mushroom, and custard among four 1/2-cup custard cups or ramekins and cover each tightly with foil.

7. 7

   Arrange cups or ramekins in a steamer over boiling water and steam custards, covered, over high heat 2 minutes.

8. 8

   Reduce heat to moderate and steam custards, covered, until set, about 10 minutes more.

9. 9

   Serve custards immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.