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Keto Taiwanese Tea Eggs (Soy-Free) recipe by Safe Plated

Keto Taiwanese Tea Eggs (Soy-Free)

A flavorful and soy-free version of Taiwanese tea eggs, perfect for a keto lunch or snack. Uses coconut aminos to create the umami flavor.

70m6 servings
Contains eggSOY-free
80 cal|7g protein|2g carbs|5g fat

Ingredients

  • 6 large Eggs
  • 4 cups Water
  • 0.25 cup Coconut Aminos
  • 2 bags Black Tea Bags
  • 2 pieces Star Anise
  • 1 piece Cinnamon Stick
  • 1 tsp Salt

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Gently place eggs in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. 2Gently tap each egg to crack the shell all over.
  3. 3In a pot, combine water, coconut aminos, black tea bags, star anise, cinnamon stick, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
  4. 4Add the cracked eggs to the simmering liquid. Simmer for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours, for a deeper flavor.
  5. 5Remove eggs from the liquid and peel before serving.

Substitutions

Soy Sauce → Coconut Aminos

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