Golden Yolk Chicken Bundles
Tender chicken paste envelops rich, creamy egg yolks in these elegant steamed bundles. A comforting home-style dish where the savory chicken pairs beautifully with the silky, slightly salty yolk center.
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These golden bundles make a stunning appetizer or main course. The contrast between the juicy chicken and the流动的蛋黄 is pure magic.
Ingredients
boneless chicken breast
300g
duck egg yolks (or chicken egg yolks)
4 yolks
five-spice powder
1/2 teaspoon
light soy sauce
1 tablespoon
shaoxing wine
1 teaspoon
ginger, grated
1 small piece
cornstarch
1 tablespoon
sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon
salt
to taste
vegetable oil
for greasing
Instructions
1
Prep the chicken
Grind the chicken breast into a fine paste using a food processor. Transfer to a bowl and add soy sauce, shaoxing wine, grated ginger, five-spice powder, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Mix vigorously in one direction for 2-3 minutes until the mixture becomes sticky and cohesive.
2
Prepare the yolks
If using duck eggs, carefully separate the yolks from the whites. Rinse the yolks gently and pat dry. If your yolks are particularly salty, skip adding extra salt to the chicken mixture.
3
Shape and wrap
Take about 2 tablespoons of chicken paste and flatten it into a small disc in your palm. Place one yolk in the center, then carefully fold the edges around to completely enclose the yolk. Roll gently between your palms to form a smooth, round bundle. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
4
Steam until done
Lightly grease a steaming plate or basket. Arrange the bundles with space between each one. Steam over boiling water for 12-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and firm to the touch. The interior yolk should remain slightly流动的 for that creamy effect.
5
Serve
Let cool briefly, then serve warm. Drizzle with a little soy sauce and garnish with chopped scallions if desired. The contrast between the savory chicken and the rich, jammy yolk is absolutely delightful.
