Have You Tried Tea Eggs?

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Have you had a tea egg? That's right, a tea egg. This Chinese savory snack is also known as marble egg. The process takes a pre-boiled egg which is cracked and boiled again in tea along with other spices. Cracks in the egg shell create marble-like patterns. These flavorful eggs are a traditional Chinese food and are commonly sold by street vendors, night markets and Asian restaurants.

Many regions such as Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia create tea eggs to adapt to their native palates. For the best results, it is recommended that the eggs be allowed to steep for several hours or longer. These eggs are traditionally eaten cold. If you have tried tea eggs please share your experience with us.