{"id":781,"date":"2021-11-15T20:58:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-15T12:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alienrecipes.com\/?p=781"},"modified":"2022-12-22T15:05:40","modified_gmt":"2022-12-22T07:05:40","slug":"golden-salted-egg-yolk-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alienrecipes.com\/golden-salted-egg-yolk-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Golden Salted Egg Yolk Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Salted egg yolk are a sadly underappreciated ingredient, and one that everyone needs to start eating. They come with a heavy hit of umami, alongside the incredible saltiness, that makes them a perfect topping for so many dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When I first saw a salted egg yolk, my immediate thought was \u201clook, candy!\u201d Not because I\u2019m always thinking about candy (that\u2019s only part of the reason). It\u2019s because salted egg yolks look almost identical to gummy candy, and you just want to pop one in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Even though they aren\u2019t candy, salted egg yolks are still amazing. They\u2019re such a versatile ingredient, and once you\u2019ve started using them, you\u2019ll wonder how you ever did without. There are two methods for making these: quick, and hands-off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I\u2019m a fan of the quick method, but the hands-off definitely has its merits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A popular Chinese ingredient, salted egg yolks are eggs that have been cured in salt or brine. This makes the yolks firm, and full of umami deliciousness. Duck eggs (check out our tasty duck soup recipe)<\/a> are best, because they\u2019re larger. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, chicken eggs can be used in substitution. If you prefer chicken, look for those with golden yolks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So much! There are so many possible uses for salted egg yolk. They\u2019re amazing mixed in with stir-fries, and the firmer yolks taste fantastic grated on pasta dishes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They\u2019re also so good boiled in congee, or used in dumplings. It can traditionally be found in moon cake, and is also popular with pastries. Try it with meat, or seafood!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Notes:<\/strong> You\u2019ve probably noticed in the ingredients that there isn\u2019t much in the way of amounts. Which is to say, I haven\u2019t given any at all. This is because it\u2019s pretty hard to determine exactly how much salt you need per egg. You can\u2019t really over salt them, so it\u2019s better to add too much. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The longer recipe involves soaking entire eggs in brine, which takes at least a month. This simple recipe is for those who want salted egg yolks now, but brining is much more hands off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Notes: Aromatics to be used in the brine include cinnamon bark, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, and tea leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The containers and equipment used should be sterilized thoroughly beforehand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Our special bak kwa recipe<\/a> is another delicious recipe I strongly recommend for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat can be done with salted egg yolk?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Quick Salted Egg Yolk Recipe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What\u2019s the longer recipe?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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