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Egg Tong Sui[edit]

Egg Tong Sui (___) is a traditional Chinese sweet soup, commonly enjoyed as a dessert. It is a type of tong sui, which translates to "sugar water" in Cantonese. This dessert is popular in Hong Kong, Guangdong Province, and among the Chinese diaspora worldwide.

Ingredients[edit]

The primary ingredients of Egg Tong Sui include:

Eggs - The main ingredient, providing a rich and smooth texture.
Rock sugar - Used to sweeten the soup.
Water - The base of the soup.
Ginger - Often added for flavor and warmth.

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of Egg Tong Sui involves the following steps:

1. Boiling the Water: Begin by boiling water in a pot. 2. Adding Rock Sugar: Once the water is boiling, add rock sugar and stir until it dissolves completely. 3. Incorporating Ginger: Add slices of ginger to the boiling water to infuse the soup with its flavor. 4. Beating the Eggs: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until they are well mixed. 5. Creating the Egg Strands: Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the boiling sugar water while stirring continuously to create thin strands of egg. 6. Simmering: Allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes until the eggs are cooked.

Variations[edit]

Egg Tong Sui can be customized with various ingredients to suit different tastes:

Coconut Milk: Adding coconut milk can give the soup a creamy texture and a tropical flavor.
Sesame Seeds: Toasted sesame seeds can be sprinkled on top for added aroma and texture.
Red Dates: Some variations include red dates for additional sweetness and nutritional benefits.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Egg Tong Sui is often served during special occasions and family gatherings. It is considered a comfort food, especially during the colder months, due to its warming properties. The ginger in the soup is believed to have health benefits, such as aiding digestion and improving circulation.

Related Pages[edit]

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-'''Egg Tong Sui''' is a traditional [[Chinese dessert]] often served in [[Hong Kong]], [[Macau]], and parts of [[Southern China]]. It is a type of [[Tong Sui]], a Cantonese term that translates to "sugar water", which refers to a range of sweet soups served as desserts or snacks. Egg Tong Sui is unique due to its main ingredient, [[egg]], which is not commonly found in other Tong Sui recipes.
+== Egg Tong Sui ==
-==Ingredients and Preparation==
+[[File:Eggtongsui.jpg|thumb|right|A bowl of Egg Tong Sui]]
-Egg Tong Sui is primarily made from eggs, [[sugar]], and [[water]]. The eggs are beaten and then slowly added to a pot of boiling sugar water, creating a silky, custard-like texture. Some variations of the recipe may also include additional ingredients such as [[milk]], [[ginger]], or [[vanilla]] to enhance the flavor.
-==Cultural Significance==
+'''Egg Tong Sui''' (___) is a traditional [[Chinese cuisine|Chinese]] sweet soup, commonly enjoyed as a dessert. It is a type of [[tong sui]], which translates to "sugar water" in [[Cantonese]]. This dessert is popular in [[Hong Kong]], [[Guangdong Province]], and among the [[Chinese diaspora]] worldwide.
-Egg Tong Sui is often consumed as a late-night snack or dessert in Hong Kong and Macau. It is also commonly served during [[Chinese New Year]] and other traditional Chinese festivals as a symbol of unity and completeness. The smooth texture of the egg in the soup is believed to bring peace and harmony for the upcoming year.
-==Variations==
+== Ingredients ==
-There are several variations of Egg Tong Sui across different regions. In some parts of Southern China, a savory version of the dish is made by adding [[soy sauce]] and [[spring onions]]. In [[Taiwan]], a similar dessert known as [[Egg Drop Soup]] is made, but it often includes additional ingredients such as [[corn]] and [[seaweed]].
-==See Also==
+The primary ingredients of Egg Tong Sui include:
-* [[Tong Sui]]
-* [[Chinese Desserts]]
-* [[Chinese New Year Foods]]
-* [[Egg Drop Soup]]
-[[Category:Chinese Desserts]]
+* [[Eggs]] - The main ingredient, providing a rich and smooth texture.
-[[Category:Hong Kong Cuisine]]
+* [[Rock sugar]] - Used to sweeten the soup.
-[[Category:Macau Cuisine]]
+* [[Water]] - The base of the soup.
-[[Category:Chinese New Year Foods]]
+* [[Ginger]] - Often added for flavor and warmth.
-{{Chinese-food-stub}}
-{{food-stub}}
+== Preparation ==
+The preparation of Egg Tong Sui involves the following steps:
+. '''Boiling the Water''': Begin by boiling water in a pot.
+. '''Adding Rock Sugar''': Once the water is boiling, add rock sugar and stir until it dissolves completely.
+. '''Incorporating Ginger''': Add slices of ginger to the boiling water to infuse the soup with its flavor.
+. '''Beating the Eggs''': In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until they are well mixed.
+. '''Creating the Egg Strands''': Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the boiling sugar water while stirring continuously to create thin strands of egg.
+. '''Simmering''': Allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes until the eggs are cooked.
+== Variations ==
+Egg Tong Sui can be customized with various ingredients to suit different tastes:
+* '''Coconut Milk''': Adding coconut milk can give the soup a creamy texture and a tropical flavor.
+* '''Sesame Seeds''': Toasted sesame seeds can be sprinkled on top for added aroma and texture.
+* '''Red Dates''': Some variations include red dates for additional sweetness and nutritional benefits.
+== Cultural Significance ==
+Egg Tong Sui is often served during special occasions and family gatherings. It is considered a comfort food, especially during the colder months, due to its warming properties. The ginger in the soup is believed to have health benefits, such as aiding digestion and improving circulation.
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[Tong sui]]
+* [[Chinese desserts]]
+* [[Cantonese cuisine]]
+* [[Ginger]]
+[[Category:Chinese desserts]]
+[[Category:Cantonese cuisine]]