Century Egg Salad
A refreshing salad that makes use of expired century eggs. The century eggs are safe to consume even after the expiration date if stored properly. Enjoy this unique twist on a classic salad while reducing food waste.
Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
2
Ingredients
- 2 expired century eggs, peeled and diced
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: croutons, roasted nuts, cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cucumber slices, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add the diced century eggs to the salad ingredients.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Serve the century egg salad with optional toppings like croutons, roasted nuts, or cheese.
- Note: Ensure the century eggs have been properly stored and do not show any signs of spoilage before using.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Century Egg Fried Rice
A delicious and flavorful fried rice made with slightly expired century eggs. This recipe is a great way to use up century eggs and create a satisfying meal while reducing food waste.
Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
2
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 slightly expired century eggs, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced carrots, bell peppers, and peas to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the diced century eggs to the other side. Cook for 2 minutes to heat through.
- Add the cooked rice to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the vegetables and century eggs.
- Pour the soy sauce and oyster sauce over the rice mixture. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir fry for 5-6 minutes until the rice is heated through and well coated with the sauces.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Serve the century egg fried rice hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Century Egg Congee
A comforting and nourishing congee made with expired century eggs to reduce food waste. The century eggs are safe to consume even after the expiration date if stored properly.
Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
75 minutes
Servings:
4
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 expired century eggs, peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil.
- Add the rinsed rice and minced ginger to the pot, reduce the heat to low, and cover. Cook for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once the rice has broken down and the congee has thickened to your desired consistency, add the sliced century eggs, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Stir well to combine.
- Continue cooking for another 10-15 minutes to heat the century eggs thoroughly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the century egg congee hot, garnished with sliced green onions.
- Note: Ensure the century eggs have been properly stored and do not show any signs of spoilage before using.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Century Egg Soup
A comforting and flavorful soup made with slightly expired century eggs. This recipe is a great way to use up century eggs and create a nourishing dish while reducing food waste.
Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
2
Ingredients
- 2 slightly expired century eggs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup diced tofu
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. In a pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil.
- 2. Peel the century eggs and cut them into small pieces.
- 3. Add the century eggs, mushrooms, tofu, and green onions to the pot.
- 4. Season with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- 5. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the mushrooms and tofu are cooked through.
- 6. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium