Iron Eggs

Iron eggs are a popular snack in Taiwan, known for their chewy texture. They are made by repeatedly braising and air-drying chicken eggs.

Ingredients - Serves 4

Boil the eggs for 10 minutes, then cool and peel them.
In a pot, combine the soy sauce, tea leaves, star anise, cinnamon stick, and sugar. Add the eggs and enough water to cover them.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2 hours.
Remove the eggs from the pot and let them air-dry.
Repeat the braising and drying process several times until the eggs are dark and chewy.