「Microwave Steamed Egg Custard」

Ingredients and amounts

• Eggs (2, about 100 g egg liquid)
• Warm water or broth (100-120 ml, 1.0-1.2 times the volume of egg liquid)
• Salt (1 g)
• Light soy sauce (2 ml, optional)
• Sesame oil (a few drops, for serving)

Step-by-step method

1. 1

   Step 1

   Beat the eggs, add warm water/broth, salt, and light soy sauce. Stir gently to combine, trying not to create bubbles.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Strain the egg mixture through a sieve into a heat-resistant bowl. If there are bubbles on the surface, gently poke them with a toothpick.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Cover with plastic wrap and poke 8-10 small holes, or use a microwave-safe lid (leave a gap).

4. 4

   Step 4

   Place in the microwave and heat:

5. 5

   Step 5

   At 700W: 1 minute 30 seconds, then check and heat for another 20-30 seconds until the surface is just set.

6. 6

   Step 6

   At 600W: about 1 minute 40 seconds to 2 minutes 10 seconds.

7. 7

   Step 7

   At 800W: about 1 minute 10 seconds to 1 minute 40 seconds.

8. 8

   Step 8

   After heating, let it rest for 1 minute to allow residual heat to fully cook the center.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with chopped scallions before serving.