Tamago Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). This low temperature will help to gently cook the custard.

2. 2

   Whisk the Ingredients

   In a mixing bowl, crack the 4 large eggs and add 3 tablespoons of sugar. Whisk together until the mixture is well-combined and slightly frothy.

3. 3

   Combine Milk and Cream

   In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of milk and 1 cup of heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until warmed but not boiling. Remove from heat once it's warm.

4. 4

   Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients

   Slowly pour the warm milk and cream mixture into the egg and sugar mixture while continuously whisking to prevent curdling. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, mixing until everything is well incorporated.

5. 5

   Strain the Mixture

   Using a fine-mesh sieve, strain the custard mixture into another bowl to remove any lumps or coagulated bits of egg.

6. 6

   Prepare the Baking Dish

   Pour the strained custard mixture into a baking dish or individual ramekins. If using a baking dish, ensure it's deep enough to hold the custard.

7. 7

   Create a Water Bath

   Place the baking dish or ramekins into a larger baking pan. Fill the larger pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the custard dish. This water bath helps to cook the custard evenly.

8. 8

   Bake the Custard

   Carefully place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 40-50 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

9. 9

   Cool and Serve

   Once baked, remove the custard from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Serve chilled, optionally garnished with fresh fruit or a sprinkle of additional sugar.