Tea Eggs

Method6 steps

1. 1

   Boil Eggs in Cold Water

   冷水煮蛋

   Place the eggs in a pot of cold water and bring to a boil over high heat, then continue boiling for about 8 minutes.

   用冷水将鸡蛋放入锅中，大火煮沸后继续煮约 8 分钟。

   ⏱8 min

   • 💡 Adjust boiling time slightly based on your stove's heat output.煮蛋时间需根据自家厨具火力微调
   
2. 2

   Cool in Cold Water

   冷水浸泡

   Remove the eggs and immediately place them in cold water to cool.

   将鸡蛋捞出，迅速放入冷水中过凉。

   ⏱1 min

   • 💡 This step creates a gap between the egg and the shell, making peeling easier.此步骤是为了让鸡蛋和壳之间产生间隙，方便剥壳
   
3. 3

   Crack the Shells

   敲碎蛋壳

   Gently tap the eggs against each other to create even cracks across each egg's surface.

   将鸡蛋互相碰撞，使每个鸡蛋表面产生均匀的裂缝。

   ⏱2 min

   • 💡 The more cracks, the easier the marinade penetrates, creating a prettier pattern.裂缝越多，卤汁越容易渗入，花纹更漂亮
   
4. 4

   Add Seasonings

   加入调料

   Return the eggs to the pot and add star anise, bay leaves, cassia bark, fennel, rock sugar, black tea, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and salt.

   将鸡蛋放回锅中，加入八角、香叶、桂皮、茴香、冰糖、红茶、生抽、老抽、食盐。

   ⏱1 min

   • 💡 If you don't have loose spices, you can substitute with a pre-made braising spice pack.没有散装香料可用现成的卤料包代替
   
5. 5

   Add Water to Cover

   加水没过

   Pour water into the pot until it completely covers the eggs.

   往锅中倒入清水，直至完全没过鸡蛋。

   ⏱30 sec

   • 💡 Ensure there is enough water to avoid burning out midway.确保水分充足，避免中途烧干
   
6. 6

   Simmer on Medium-Low Heat

   中小火炖煮

   Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

   大火煮开后转中小火，持续煮 15 分钟。

   ⏱15 min

   • 💡 After cooking, remove the spices and let the eggs soak for a while for better flavor.煮好后捞出料渣，继续浸泡一段时间口感更佳