Sesame Quail Eggs

Delicate quail eggs simmered in a savory-sweet mixture of soy sauce and sesame oil. These bite-sized appetizers are perfect for serving at parties or as a flavorful snack.

4 servings
40 min

Ingredients

  • 16 whole quail eggs
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon Asian sesame oil

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Generously cover eggs with cold water in a small heavy saucepan and bring just to a boil. Remove from heat and let eggs stand, covered, 5 minutes. Drain off water, then run cold water over eggs, cracking shells against side of pan.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Peel eggs and return to saucepan. Add water (1/2 cup), soy sauce, and sugar.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Simmer, shaking pan occasionally, until most of liquid has evaporated, about 20 minutes.

    20 min

  4. 4.

    Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil. Serve at room temperature.

    5 min

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