Quail Egg Soy Braised
Easy Quail Egg Soy Braised with Savory Soy Sauce
I’ll show you how to make delicious quail egg soy braised, perfect as a side dish for kids! Using savory soy sauce means you don’t need many other seasonings, making it simple to prepare. This is a flavor-packed recipe that pairs wonderfully with rice.
Main Ingredients
- 500g peeled quail eggs
- 15 whole garlic cloves
- 4 red or green chilies (optional)
Braising Sauce
- 80ml savory soy sauce (or seasoned soy sauce)
- 200ml water
- 5 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp cooking sake (mirin)
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 80ml savory soy sauce (or seasoned soy sauce)
- 200ml water
- 5 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp cooking sake (mirin)
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, rinse the peeled quail eggs thoroughly under running water to remove any impurities. Prepare 15 whole garlic cloves by peeling them. If you like a little heat, slice about 4 red or green chilies into large pieces to add to the braise. The mild spice from the chilies will enhance the overall flavor.
Step 2
Place all the prepared quail eggs in a wide, deep pot or pan. Pour in 200ml of water, ensuring the eggs are well covered and moist.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the delicious braising sauce. Add about 80ml of savory soy sauce. Be aware that the saltiness can vary between brands of savory soy sauce, so it’s best to use slightly less than you would with regular soy sauce initially. You can always add more later if needed.
Step 4
Add 5 tablespoons of sugar for sweetness and 1 tablespoon of cooking sake (mirin) for flavor and to help remove any eggy smell, adding a nice sheen to the eggs.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once it’s bubbling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer gently, allowing the quail eggs to absorb the flavors. Simmering slowly over medium-low heat is ideal for even cooking and flavor infusion.
Step 6
As the quail eggs begin to take on the color of the soy sauce, add the prepared whole garlic cloves. Continue to simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the garlic is tender and cooked through. Stir occasionally with a spatula to prevent the garlic from sticking or burning.
Step 7
Once the garlic is fully cooked, add the sliced chilies (if using) and simmer for another 2-3 minutes. Just long enough for the chili aroma to infuse into the sauce. Turn off the heat, and your delicious quail egg soy braised is ready! It’s best to leave a little bit of the savory sauce remaining rather than drying it out completely. This dish is incredibly delicious served over a bowl of warm rice, mixing the eggs and sauce – it’s truly a rice thief! Give this crowd-pleasing side dish a try!
