Crab-Imitation Egg Stir-Fry
Med
A clever Shanghai classic that transforms silky stir-fried egg whites into a dish that looks and tastes remarkably like luxurious crab meat.
Cooking Steps
10
STEP 1 OF 10
Separate the Eggs
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Open on YouTube ↗Separate egg whites from yolks, setting one yolk aside for topping.
STEP 2 OF 10
Mix Egg Whites
USES
Egg, whites only (6 whole)·Fresh Milk (80 ml)·Cornstarch (3 teaspoon)·Salt (0 teaspoon)
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Open on YouTube ↗Lightly beat egg whites, then add milk, cornstarch, and salt. Mix until smooth.
STEP 3 OF 10
Trim the Broccoli
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Open on YouTube ↗Cut broccoli into small florets, peeling the thick outer skin from the stem.
STEP 4 OF 10
Blanch the Broccoli
USES
Broccoli, cut into florets (1 piece)
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Open on YouTube ↗Boil water with a little oil and salt, then blanch broccoli for about 2 minutes.
STEP 5 OF 10
Arrange on Plate
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Open on YouTube ↗Arrange broccoli in a circle on a plate, placing stems in the centre to create a raised bed.
STEP 6 OF 10
Heat Oil in Wok
USES
Cooking Oil (4 tablespoon)
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Open on YouTube ↗Heat wok on medium-high heat and add a generous amount of oil.
STEP 7 OF 10
Cook Egg Whites
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Open on YouTube ↗Pour in egg white mixture, reduce to low heat, and gently push and fold until just half-set.
STEP 8 OF 10
Place on Broccoli
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Open on YouTube ↗Spoon the soft egg whites onto the centre of the broccoli arrangement and gently toss.
STEP 9 OF 10
Add Egg Yolk
USES
Egg, yolk only, reserved (1 whole)
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Open on YouTube ↗Make a small indent in the centre of the egg whites and place the reserved egg yolk on top.
STEP 10 OF 10
Serve with Vinegar
USES
Zhenjiang Vinegar, served on side (3 tablespoon)
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Open on YouTube ↗Drizzle a little Zhenjiang black vinegar over the dish just before serving.
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