What Are Duck eggs and How Can I Use Them?
Duck eggs rewards a little know-how: how to choose them, cook them, store them, and substitute in a pinch. Browse 3 recipes to cook with them.
- In Chinese:
- 鸭蛋
- British (UK) term:
- Duck eggs
- en français:
- œufs de canard
- en español:
- huevos de pato
Recipes using duck eggs
There are 3 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Steamed Ancient Egg Diamonds
Steamed ancient egg diamonds set fresh eggs, century (preserved) egg, and salted duck egg into one silky steamed custard, then cut into diamonds. A classic Chinese three-egg dish with a striking marbled look.
Kai Kem (Salty Eggs)
This Chinese invention is loved by Thais, who serve salty eggs as a contrast to the incendiary heat of a green curry or a bland dish. Kai kem is traditionally made with duck's eggs, which are cured for several weeks in a simple salt brine. Once cured, they keep for many months at room temperature, and are boiled when it's time to eat them.
Thousand-Year-Old Eggs
Learn to make authentic Chinese century eggs (pidan) at home. Duck eggs cured for 100 days in a black tea, salt, ash, and lime coating transform into a prized delicacy with translucent whites and creamy green yolks.
