Marbled Eggs

Transform your ordinary boiled eggs into a stunning culinary masterpiece with this Marbled Eggs recipe, a visual and flavorful delight perfect for snacks, salads, or entertaining guests. These intricate eggs are steeped in an aromatic blend of black tea, soy sauce, cinnamon, star anise, and sugar, creating their signature marbled effect and infusing them with deep, savory notes. With just 10 minutes of prep time, the process involves gently cracking the shells and simmering them in a spiced tea marinade, ensuring a rich balance of flavor and visual appeal. Ideal for adding an exotic touch to your table, these tea-infused marbled eggs are as versatile as they are elegant. Whether you’re hosting a party or elevating a simple meal, they’re sure to impress both in taste and presentation.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Large eggs
• 2 tablespoons Black tea leaves (or tea bags)
• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 2 pieces Star anise
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 4 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer the eggs for 8–10 minutes. Remove the eggs from the pot and allow them to cool under cold running water or in an ice bath.

Step 3

Using the back of a spoon, gently tap the surface of each egg to create cracks all over the shell. Ensure the shell remains intact as this is what creates the marbled effect.

Step 4

In a separate pot, combine black tea leaves (or tea bags), soy sauce, cinnamon stick, star anise, granulated sugar, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 5

Add the cracked eggs to the tea mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Simmer the eggs on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even flavor infusion.

Step 6

Remove the pot from heat and let the eggs soak in the marinade for 1–2 hours (or longer for a stronger flavor and darker marbling).

Step 7

Peel the eggs carefully to reveal the beautiful marbled pattern. Serve them as a snack, in salads, or as part of a larger meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1356.3 grams (1356.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	545

Total Fat 31.80g	41%
Saturated Fat 9.10g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 1116mg	372%
Sodium 2755mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 29.30g	11%
Dietary Fiber 3.30g	12%
Total Sugars 12.80g
Protein 43.60g	87%

Vitamin D 240IU	1200%
Calcium 336mg	26%
Iron 11mg	60%
Potassium 795mg	17%

*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: 49.5%

Protein: 30.2%

Carbs: 20.3%