Mediterranean Diet Chinese Tea Eggs
Elevate your snack game with our Mediterranean Diet Chinese Tea Eggs, a fusion of Eastern tradition and wholesome Mediterranean flavors. These marbled gems are infused with a flavorful blend of black tea, low-sodium soy sauce, star anise, cinnamon, garlic, and a surprising touch of orange zest for a bright, aromatic twist. The unique process of cracking the eggshells before simmering them in a spiced tea mixture creates stunning marbled patterns while locking in bold layers of taste. Perfect for meal prepping, these versatile eggs serve beautifully as a protein-packed snack, elegant appetizer, or a vibrant addition to a Mediterranean-inspired spread. With minimal prep time and the option to let the flavors intensify overnight, this recipe is as easy as it is impressive!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces large eggs
- 120 ml low-sodium soy sauce
- 500 ml water
- 2 tablespoons or bags black tea leaves or tea bags
- 2 pieces star anise
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, smashed
- 0.5 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 pieces bay leaves
Instructions
Place the eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 8 minutes.
Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and immediately place them in a bowl of ice water to cool. This stops the cooking process.
Gently crack the eggshells with the back of a spoon without peeling them. This will allow the flavors to infuse through the cracks.
In the same saucepan, combine the 500 ml water, soy sauce, black tea leaves or bags, star anise, cinnamon stick, smashed garlic, cracked black pepper, orange zest, and bay leaves.
Return the cracked eggs to the saucepan with the tea mixture. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes.
After simmering, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the eggs sit in the tea mixture for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator, to absorb more flavor.
When ready to serve, peel the eggs delicately to reveal the marbled pattern and serve at room temperature as a snack, appetizer, or addition to a Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
563 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1116 mg | 372% | |
| Sodium | 4468 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 54.9 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 690 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
