6 Must-Try Chinese Egg Dishes: From Street Food to Comfort Classics

Explore China’s iconic egg dishes—tea eggs, century eggs, braised eggs, steamed custard, sweet poached eggs, and salted duck eggs. Learn their stories, flavors, and where to find them. 1. Tea Leaf Eggs (茶叶蛋 chá yè dàn) ​What it is:​​ Hard-boiled eggs cracked and simmered in black tea, soy sauce, and spices like star anise.​Why it’s iconic:​​ A staple at Chinese breakfast stalls and convenience stores. The marbled pattern from cracked shells makes it Insta-worthy.​Taste:​​ Savory, earthy, with a subtle tea aroma.​Pro tip:​​ Best enjoyed warm from street vendors or 7-Eleven-style…