Seasonal TCM Dietetics — Autumn

    Sesame, Daikon & Steamed Egg Custard

    芝麻白蘿蔔蒸蛋 · Zhī Ma Bái Luó Bo Zhēng Dàn

    Lung DrynessNeutralNorthern ChineseSide dish
    Sesame, Daikon & Steamed Egg Custard — A silky savoury custard with grated daikon and sesame, gentle enough for a simple autumn lunch.

    A silky savoury custard with grated daikon and sesame, gentle enough for a simple autumn lunch.

    Prep
    10 min
    Cook
    15 min
    Total
    25 min
    Yield
    2 servings

    Ingredients

    • 3 eggs
    • 150 g daikon, finely grated
    • 200 ml warm light stock
    • 1 tsp light soy sauce
    • 1 tsp sesame oil
    • 1 tbsp toasted white sesame
    • 1 spring onion, sliced

    Method

    1. 1Squeeze the daikon gently and reserve its liquid.
    2. 2Whisk eggs with stock and reserved liquid, then strain.
    3. 3Stir in daikon, cover and steam over medium-low heat for 12–15 minutes.
    4. 4Finish with soy, sesame oil, seeds and spring onion.

    Nutrition (approx.): ~190 kcal per serving · 1 small dish (~200 g)

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    Dietary guidance only. Not a substitute for individualised clinical assessment or prescribed treatment.