Steamed Egg with Corn
Beaten egg steamed with sweet corn kernels into a silky custard — a nourishing steamed egg dish kids love.
✍️ Veg.Pub EditorialPublished 2026-06-06👁 55 views
Calories
150
kcal
Servings
1
Prep time
15
min
Diet
ovo-lacto
🧺 Ingredients
- Eggs2
- Corn kernels30g
- Warm water150ml
- Salta pinch
- Sesame oil1ml
👩🍳 Steps
- 1Beat the eggs, then stir in the warm water and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- 2Strain the egg mixture to remove air bubbles.
- 3Stir in the corn kernels.
- 4Cover with plastic wrap and steam over low heat for 12 minutes.
- 5Remove from the steamer, add a few drops of sesame oil, and serve.
📊 Nutrition
| Protein | 9g |
| Iron | 1.0mg |
| Calcium | 40mg |
| Fiber | 1g |
Introduction
Beaten eggs are mixed with warm water, strained, and combined with sweet corn kernels, then steamed gently over low heat until set into a silky custard — a classic nourishing steamed egg dish many families make for their children. The texture is so smooth it practically melts in the mouth, making it ideal for little ones whose chewing ability is still developing, while the natural sweetness of the corn adds extra flavor. It's a simple, everyday dish that kids consistently love.
Nutrition Highlights
- Eggs provide high-quality protein and a range of vitamins, an important nutritional source for children's growth and development
- Corn kernels add dietary fiber and vitamin B1, along with natural sweetness
- Steaming requires no added oil, keeping the dish low in fat and easy to digest
- The silky texture suits children whose teeth and chewing ability aren't yet fully developed
Tips
- A ratio of about 1:1.5 egg to water gives the smoothest, silkiest custard
- Always strain the beaten egg to remove air bubbles — this is what produces a fine, hole-free custard when steamed
- Leave a small gap in the lid, or cover the bowl with plastic wrap, to keep condensation from dripping down and pitting the surface
Author: Veg.Pub Editorial
