{"id":788,"date":"2021-11-14T19:05:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-14T11:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alienrecipes.com\/?p=788"},"modified":"2022-12-22T15:05:40","modified_gmt":"2022-12-22T07:05:40","slug":"surf-and-oeuf-shrimp-and-egg-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alienrecipes.com\/surf-and-oeuf-shrimp-and-egg-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Surf and Oeuf Shrimp and Egg Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Shrimp and Egg is a classic Chinese dish that combines delicate scrambled eggs with shrimp for a simple, delicious stir-fry that\u2019s sure to be a new favorite on your table and a new comfort food staple. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scrambled eggs with shrimp is a popular comfort food dish in China, partly because it\u2019s a rather hearty meal with simple flavors and also because it only takes 15 minutes to make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s traditionally served with steamed rice to make a substantial meal and is great to eat any time of the day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

White eggs and shrimp may seem like an unusual combination (especially if you\u2019re not used to seafood with breakfast dishes, for example), but both ingredients complement each other well due to their delicacy and daintiness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re sure that once you try this dish for yourself, you\u2019ll see what a great and delicious pairing they make. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make this dish, you\u2019ll only need 8 ingredients working in harmony together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those still unconvinced by the combination, the Shaoxing wine, and white pepper reduces the fishy taste of the shrimp. Meanwhile, the cornstarch protects the dish from overheating. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It stops the eggs from becoming overcooked and unpleasant and also keeps the shrimp juicy and tender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The eggs are lightly seasoned with salt and green onions. This maintains the egg\u2019s delicate flavor and doesn\u2019t overpower the shrimp. This all makes for a delicate dish that is incredibly rich and satisfying at the same time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For an egg dish to really shine, I recommend using organic eggs. Not only is this better from an ethical point of view, but organic eggs are usually free of GMOs, antibiotics, and chemicals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In organic egg farming too, there are usually little pesticides involved. You can tell if hens have been cooped up in cages by the richness of the yolks. Free-range eggs have a beautiful, orange hue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can taste the difference as well as see it, as organic eggs are so much tastier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egg lovers will love this scrambled eggs with shrimp dish, and I think you will be further convinced by the appeal of this dish if you choose high-quality eggs to make it with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cooking Process<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While you\u2019ll find a more in-depth step-by-step process to this recipe further down, I just wanted to briefly go over the cooking process first. This truly is the secret to creating super silky and soft scrambled eggs to pair with your shrimp!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, briefly marinate the shrimp (more details on the marinade below). Then, gently pan-fry the shrimps but make sure not to brown them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pour in the eggs and cook them until the bottom slightly sets. Push the set eggs to one side and let the runny eggs flow freely throughout the pan<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, repeat the process but make sure to take the pan off the stove if the eggs start to set too fast.  Once the eggs achieve the texture you want, immediately transfer everything to a serving plate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following these steps, you should achieve very creamy and soft eggs (check out our century egg recipe<\/a>) cooked to the perfect texture. The light season adds a touch more flavor without overpowering the existing, delicious flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n