Duck eggs are a common egg food in life. The nutritional value of duck eggs is slightly better than that of eggs. I believe many people like to eat salted duck eggs very much, and they are eaten every year during the Dragon Boat Festival or Mid-Autumn Festival. It's a good time to make salted duck eggs. Of course, you can't eat too many salted duck eggs. One a day is enough. So how to make salted duck eggs delicious? Let’s take a look at how to make pickled salted duck eggs at home.

1. How to make salted duck eggs

You can marinate duck eggs for about 40 days. When eating, take out the duck eggs, remove the soil, and steam or boil them. .

Saturated salt water method: appropriate amount of water (enough to cover eggs/duck eggs), 15 grams of Sichuan peppercorns, 3 or 4 aniseeds, 1 piece of cinnamon, 3 or 4 bay leaves, enough salt (not enough) The dissolved part will be thrown away), 15 grams of high-quality white wine, and 10 eggs/duck eggs.

Salting method: half a bowl of strong liquor, half a bowl of salt, 10 eggs/duck eggs.

Soaking method: half a bowl of high-quality white wine, mixed with miso (or miso paste) and salt in a ratio of 2:1, half a bowl in total, and 10 eggs/duck eggs.

Steps: How to make snacks

1. Wash the container and eggs repeatedly, dry them and set aside. Saturated salt water method: Put water, peppercorns, aniseed, cinnamon and bay leaves into a boiling pot, bring to a boil over high heat, then turn to medium to low heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavor of the spices to come out.

2. Pour salt into the water and stir until the salt is fully dissolved in the water. When undissolved salt begins to appear in the water, you can turn off the heat. Use a sieve to filter out undissolved salt and pour the filtered solution into a container.

3. After the solution has cooled down, pour in high-strength white wine, and the saturated brine used to pickle the salted eggs is ready.

4. Place the eggs/duck eggs in the salt water. Because the concentration of the salt water is very high, the eggs will float. At this time, add two small bowls or plates to press them on top, and then close the lid of the container. Cover tightly. Finally, seal the container with two layers of plastic bags.

2. Benefits of eating duck eggs during menstruation

1. It is good to eat in moderation

Duck eggs are cool in nature and sweet in taste, so they are not suitable for women to eat during menstruation. , but daily consumption is very beneficial, because duck eggs are rich in vitamins and proteins, which can nourish yin and blood. They are considered a tonic for women, and they have certain curative effects on yin deficiency, insomnia, lung yin, etc. However, because pickled duck eggs have a lighter taste, eating too much will not only cause stomach discomfort, but will also increase the sodium content in the body too much, which will disrupt the body's balance and cause discomfort. Therefore it should be consumed in moderation.

2. Can protect the skin

Duck eggs are rich in vitamin b2, which can promote the body's absorption of protein and other nutrients, promote metabolism, and protect cell membranes and skin. It is complete and can effectively protect the skin's sebaceous glands and hair follicle mucosa. It is very effective in skin care, so it can also be applied externally to treat sores, eczema and burns.

3. Can prevent inflammation

Duck eggs will be fishy when eaten raw, so people prefer to eat them after pickling, which can remove the fishy smell in duck eggs. Pickled duck eggs It is fresh and delicious, with a delicate yolk that naturally produces oil. Eating it in moderation has certain benefits in preventing and treating dry and itchy throats and dry stools caused by yin deficiency and lung heat. It can also prevent and eliminate some inflammation and other problems caused by internal heat. Very beneficial for women.