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Tomato and Corn Steamed Egg

Recipe by Patrick Kong (Patty.Plates) on InstagramAdded 28 September 2026.
  • 30 min
  • Serves 4
  • 7 ingredients

10 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A silky, summer-bright steamed egg that pairs the sweetness of corn with the fresh tang of heirloom tomatoes. The gentle steam locks in moisture, creating a light, cloud-like texture that’s both comforting and refreshing. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a light lunch that feels indulgent.

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Tomato and Corn Steamed Egg by Patrick Kong (Patty.Plates), a frame from the Instagram video

Ingredients

4 servingsMetric

Amounts as Patrick Kong (Patty.Plates) gives them. Metric converts supported weights and liquids, and oven temperatures; spoon measures and counts stay as written.

Method

  1. 1

    In a heat‑proof bowl, combine the beaten eggs, chopped heirloom tomatoes, corn kernels, melted butter, salt, black pepper, and water; whisk until the mixture is smooth and uniform.

  2. 2

    Cover the bowl tightly with aluminum foil or a fitted lid to prevent steam from dripping in.

  3. 3

    Set a steamer basket over a pot of rapidly boiling water, making sure the water does not touch the bowl.

  4. 4

    Place the covered bowl into the steamer basket, cover the pot, and steam for 15–20 minutes, or until the egg custard is set and a thin knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Custard is set and a thin knife comes out clean. Keep the bowl covered so condensation does not drip onto the custard.

  5. 5

    Remove the bowl from the steamer carefully; let it rest for 2–3 minutes to finish cooking from residual heat.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The center firms as the custard rests. Lift the hot bowl carefully from the steamer.

  6. 6

    Optionally, drizzle a tiny amount of soy sauce or sprinkle fresh chives for extra flavor.

  7. 7

    Serve the steamed egg warm, directly from the bowl or transferred to a serving plate.

  8. 8

    Enjoy as a comforting Taiwanese‑style dish, perfect for dinner or a light lunch.

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Steamed eggs, 4 ways

Four creators posted their own.

  1. Kirsty Ip25 min7 ingr.Only this one uses egg tofu and ground meat
  2. adrianwidjy30 min6 ingr.Only this one uses silken tofu, onion and beef
  3. Food My Muse30 min17 ingr.Only this one uses egg yolk, mirin and shiro dashi
  4. Patrick Kong (Patty.Plates)30 min7 ingr.Only this one uses corn kernels, heirloom tomatoes and butter
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