How to Make Delicious Ginger Century Egg: A Step-by-Step Guide

Q: Can I use regular ginger instead of young ginger for this recipe?
A: Yes, but young ginger is preferred for its milder and more aromatic flavor.

Q: What can I substitute for oyster sauce in the recipe?
A: If you don’t have oyster sauce, you can use soy sauce with a bit of sugar to mimic its sweet and savory taste.

Q: How do I know when the century eggs are ready to be served?
A: Once you’ve completed all the preparation steps, including dressing the eggs with the sauce, they’re ready to be served. Century eggs do not require cooking.

Ginger Century Egg (Jiang Zhi Song Hua Dan)

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Notes

Ingredients:

• Century eggs: 6
• Young ginger: 1 piece
• Fresh soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce: 1 tablespoon
• Sugar: a pinch

Instructions:

1. Peel and clean the century eggs. Prepare the ginger.
2. Cut the century eggs into pieces and arrange them on a plate.
3. Finely chop the young ginger and set aside.
4. Mix the dressing: combine 1 tablespoon of fresh soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, and a pinch of sugar. Stir in a few drops of sesame oil for added flavor.
5. Evenly spread the sauce over the century eggs.
6. Serve chilled, enjoying the savory and refreshing taste.

Nutrition:

• High in protein
• Low in carbohydrates
• Contains essential amino acids
• Source of minerals like iron and zinc