High Protein Chinese Tea Eggs

Transform your snack game with these High Protein Chinese Tea Eggs, a flavorful twist on a classic Asian delicacy. Infused with layers of aromatic spices like star anise, cinnamon, and fennel, as well as a hint of orange peel, these tea eggs are the perfect blend of savory and subtly sweet. By cracking the eggshells before simmering them in a rich soy sauce and black tea marinade, you’ll achieve their signature marbled design while deeply infusing the flavor into every bite. Packed with protein and easy to make, these eggs can be enjoyed on their own, as a topping for salads or ramen, or as a bold snack on the go. Whether served warm or chilled, these eggs are a meal-prep wonder that get better the longer they steep, making them a delicious and nutritious addition to your weekly rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:65 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 pieces large eggs
• 1 liter water
• 2 tablespoons or bags black tea leaves or tea bags
• 120 milliliters soy sauce
• 2 pieces star anise
• 1 piece cinnamon stick
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 10 grams ginger, sliced
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 1 strip peel of an orange

Directions

Step 1

Place the eggs in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 7 minutes for a medium-soft yolk or 10 minutes for a firmer yolk.

Step 3

Carefully remove the eggs and place them into a bowl of ice water to cool for about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Gently tap the eggs with the back of a spoon to crack the shells all over but do not peel them.

Step 5

In a large pot, combine 1 liter of water with soy sauce, tea leaves or tea bags, star anise, cinnamon stick, sugar, black peppercorns, salt, ginger, fennel seeds, and the orange peel.

Step 6

Bring this mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

Step 7

Place the cracked eggs into the tea mixture. Simmer on low heat for at least 30 minutes. For a more intense flavor, allow them to steep in the refrigerator overnight.

Step 8

Once done, remove the eggs from the mixture. Peel them to serve.

Step 9

Enjoy the tea eggs on their own, sliced in salads, or as a protein-rich addition to any meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1608.7 grams (1608.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	749

Total Fat 42.50g	54%
Saturated Fat 12.10g	61%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 1488mg	496%
Sodium 12354mg	537%
Total Carbohydrate 40.10g	15%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 13.40g
Protein 62.50g	125%

Vitamin D 320IU	1600%
Calcium 456mg	35%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 1332mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.2%

Protein: 31.5%

Carbs: 20.2%