Sweet and Savory Quail Egg and Green Chili Stew: A Must-Try Side Dish!
Sweet and Savory Quail Egg and Green Chili Stew: A Must-Try Side Dish!
Hearty Preservable Side Dish: Quail Egg and Green Chili Stew
Let me share the ultimate rice-thief side dish recipe featuring quail eggs and green chilies! Make a generous batch, and you’ll have a satisfying side for the whole week. Its sweet, spicy, and savory flavor profile is so addictive that even a simple bowl of rice with just this dish will be gone in no time. It’s truly a top-tier rice-loving side dish! Enjoy making this comforting classic.
Main Ingredients- 200g green chili peppers
- 15 boiled quail eggs
- 1 piece dried kelp (approx. 5x5cm)
- Sesame oil, a drizzle
- Sesame seeds, a sprinkle
Braising Sauce- 1 cup water (200ml)
- 4 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or corn syrup)
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp cooking wine (like mirin)
- 1 cup water (200ml)
- 4 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or corn syrup)
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp cooking wine (like mirin)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare all your ingredients to make this delicious quail egg and green chili stew. Wash the green chilies and remove their stems. Peel the boiled quail eggs.
Step 2
After removing the stems from the green chilies, prick them about 5-6 times with a fork. This step is crucial for allowing the sauce to penetrate deep into the chilies, making them more flavorful.
Step 3
In a small pot or pan, combine the water, soy sauce, oligosaccharide, brown sugar, and cooking wine. Stir well to dissolve the sugar. Add the piece of kelp for an extra layer of umami. Bring this mixture to a boil over high heat.
Step 4
Once the braising sauce comes to a rolling boil, carefully add the peeled quail eggs. Let them simmer in the sauce to absorb the flavors.
Step 5
After adding the quail eggs, introduce the prepared green chilies. Reduce the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer until the sauce has reduced and thickened. It’s important to stir occasionally to prevent anything from sticking or burning.
Step 6
Continue to simmer for about 5-8 minutes, or until the quail eggs develop a nice brown hue and the sauce has thickened nicely. Stir frequently with a spatula to ensure the eggs and chilies are evenly coated. If the sauce reduces too quickly, you can add a splash of water.
Step 7
When the sauce is almost completely reduced and coats the ingredients with a glossy sheen, turn off the heat. Drizzle in some sesame oil and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
Step 8
Give everything a gentle stir a few times to distribute the seasonings evenly. Your delicious quail egg and green chili stew is now ready!
Step 9
This finished stew boasts an incredibly addictive sweet, spicy, and savory flavor that perfectly complements rice, making it a true ‘rice thief’! Enjoy this wonderful, popular home-style side dish that your whole family will love.
