Gluten-Free Tea Eggs

Gluten-Free Tea Eggs are a delightful Chinese snack featuring hard-boiled eggs infused with a fragrant tea and spice blend. The marbled pattern and rich flavors make them a unique addition to any meal or a perfect snack on their own.

Ingredients

• Eggs - 4 large
• Water - 500 ml
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 60 ml
• Black tea bags - 2
• Star anise - 2 whole
• Cinnamon stick - 1
• Salt - 1 tsp
• Sugar - 1 tsp
• Five-spice powder - 1/2 tsp

Steps

1. Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil over medium heat.
2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the eggs simmer for 10 minutes.
3. After 10 minutes, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool for 5 minutes.
4. Gently crack the eggshells all over without peeling them, and set aside.
5. In the same saucepan, add 500 ml of water, soy sauce, black tea bags, star anise, cinnamon stick, salt, sugar, and five-spice powder. Bring this mixture to a boil.
6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and add the cracked eggs back to the saucepan.
7. Cover the saucepan and let the eggs steep in the tea mixture for at least 30 minutes, or longer for a stronger flavor.
8. Remove the eggs from the liquid and peel them gently. The eggs are now ready to serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 160
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 370 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich source of protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin D and B vitamins.

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