Serves 12
30255 min
Salted Duck Eggs
Recipe GLPRdd79e9f2d61036
A traditional Chinese delicacy featuring duck eggs preserved in a fragrant salt brine. The eggs develop a rich, amber-colored yolk with a creamy texture and distinctive salty flavor. This preserved preparation method intensifies the natural richness of duck eggs and is perfect for serving as a side dish, appetizer, or ingredient in other recipes.
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Ingredients
2½ quarts Water
3 cups Kosher salt
12 eggs Duck eggs
Directions
In a large pot, bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the kosher salt and stir constantly until the salt is completely dissolved, creating a saturated brine solution.
Remove the brine from heat and allow it to cool completely to room temperature. This typically takes about 1–2 hours.
Gently place the duck eggs into a clean glass jar or container. Pour the cooled brine over the eggs, ensuring they are fully submerged. Use a weight if necessary to keep them underwater.
Cover the jar loosely with a lid or cloth and leave at room temperature away from direct sunlight. Allow the eggs to cure for 3–4 weeks, during which the salt will penetrate the shells and preserve the eggs while developing their characteristic flavor and texture.
After the curing period, remove eggs as needed, rinse under cool water, and boil in fresh water for 10–12 minutes until fully cooked. The yolks should be deep amber and creamy, with a distinct salty taste.
