Microwave how to steam egg custard smooth and tender
Tip 1: pay attention to the fire
In the microwave steaming eggs, it is best not to use the whole process of high-fire steaming, or else the egg custard out of the steam will be older. It is best to first steam with high heat for 2-3 minutes, and then turn to medium heat to steam for a minute.
Tip 2: Pay attention to the temperature and volume of water
Generally speaking, steaming egg custard, the proportion of water and egg is the primary factor in determining the age of egg custard. The best ratio of egg to water is 1:1.5.
If you have a 1:1 ratio, the egg custard will steam out older; while a 1:2 ratio is too tender, so 1:1.5 is the best ratio.
In addition, the best water to mix into the egg mixture is warm water at about 6 degrees Celsius, not cool or hot water. If the water temperature is too low, the steamed egg custard will turn black; if the water temperature is too high, the egg mixture will be scalded directly.
Tip 3: Pay attention to the time
If you use the microwave to steam the egg custard, it is usually enough to steam it for about 3-4 minutes. It's best to open the vent of the container containing the egg custard and steam it directly in the microwave. This will prevent the eggs from steaming out too old.