Nut-Free Chinese Tea Eggs
Experience the rich, savory delight of Nut-Free Chinese Tea Eggs, a classic Asian snack that's as visually stunning as it is flavorful. These marbled eggs are infused with a blend of robust black tea, aromatic Chinese five-spice, warming cinnamon, and soy sauce, creating layers of umami and spice in every bite—all without any nuts, making them allergen-friendly. Perfectly cracked shells allow the marinade to seep in, producing intricate patterns that are as beautiful as they are appetizing. With a simple preparation process and the option to steep overnight for deeper flavors, this recipe makes an elegant side dish or protein-packed snack that's sure to impress. Ideal keywords: nut-free tea eggs, Chinese tea egg recipe, marbled eggs, soy sauce eggs, allergen-friendly Asian recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces large eggs
- 4 cups water
- 3 pieces black tea bags
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 2 pieces star anise
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon peppercorns
Instructions
Place the eggs in a large pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cook the eggs for 8 minutes.
After 8 minutes, remove the pot from heat. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool them quickly.
Once cool, gently tap each egg with a spoon to crack the shells slightly, ensuring the shells remain intact. This will allow the marinade to seep in and create a marbled effect.
Return the cracked eggs to the pot and add 4 cups of water. Add the black tea bags, soy sauce, cinnamon stick, star anise, Chinese five-spice powder, sugar, salt, and peppercorns.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the eggs simmer for at least 45 minutes to absorb the flavors.
After 45 minutes, remove the pot from heat and allow the eggs to cool in the marinade. For a stronger flavor, refrigerate the pot and let the eggs steep overnight.
Once cooled to your desired taste, peel the eggs and serve them as a snack or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
735 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.2 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1488 mg | 496% | |
| Sodium | 7561 mg | 329% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 61.8 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 431 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1196 mg | 25% | |
*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.
