How to Prepare Chawanmushi Mix

Just mix with egg and steam.
This freeze-dried chawanmushi base makes it easy to prepare a classic Japanese savory custard, light, smooth, and rich in umami.

Cooking Instructions

Step one

Dissolve 1 packet of Chawanmushi Mix in 3/4 cup (200 ml) of lukewarm water and let it cool.

Step two

Crack a jumbo egg into a bowl, beat it well, and add it to the cooled mixture.

Tip: Using a smaller egg may result in an undercooked custard.

Step three

Evenly pour the mixture into two heatproof containers, each about 2/3 cup (150 ml) in size. Cover each container with a lid.

Tip: Using lids helps the custard set more smoothly and beautifully. If your containers don’t have lids, you can use aluminum foil instead.

Step four

Place the containers in a pot filled with water halfway up the sides of the containers.
Cover the pot with a lid and place over high heat. Once it comes to a boil, reduce to medium heat and steam for 5 minutes.

Turn off the heat and let sit, covered, for another 5 minutes before serving.

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