Onsen Tamago (hot spring egg)

These silky soft eggs with a warm, runny center are perfect for a simple, yet so satisfying meal. What is onsen tamago? Onsen tamago translates to “hot spring egg” in Japanese. Traditionally, eggs were slowly cooked in hot springs to produce silky smooth eggs with a custard-like yolk. The egg whites are very milky and soft, while the yolk is firm and creamy. I love the taste and texture of onsen tamago, but if you prefer your eggs to be a bit more firm then simply add and extra minute or 2 to the cooking time. How to enjoy onsen tamago Do you like poached eggs? If so, then you will LOVE onsen tamago. I like to cook a batch and keep it in the fridge for easy meals throughout the week. My absolute favorite … Continue reading Onsen Tamago (hot spring egg)