Fill the prepared clay pot with water up to 80% of its total volume, ensuring the water-to-egg ratio is 1:2. (For 250ml water, use 500ml eggs.)
Pour 250ml water into a measuring cup, add 3 teaspoons of seafood dashi, and stir thoroughly until fully dissolved to make the base broth.
Chop green onions finely and grate the carrot very finely, reserving a small amount for garnish at the end.
Crack the 8 eggs into the prepared base broth, mix in the chopped vegetables, and vigorously whisk with a whisk or spoon until all the egg whites are completely broken down and no stringiness remains.
Carefully coat the entire inner surface of the clay pot—bottom and sides—with toasted sesame oil to create an even oil layer.
Pour the smooth egg mixture into the clay pot generously, then turn on the gas stove to medium heat.
Using a spoon or spatula, gently scrape the sides and bottom of the pot continuously while stirring to ensure even cooking and prevent clumping.
When the egg mixture becomes soft and slightly set, with a thick, sticky consistency clinging to the spoon’s tip, reduce the heat to low.
Cover the pot tightly with a lid or an inverted plate, then heat for 30 seconds without opening it.
Turn off the heat and let the dish rest undisturbed for 2 minutes with the lid closed. Then, remove the lid and sprinkle the reserved green onion, carrot, and red pepper powder as garnish to finish.
Mix water and eggs in a 1:2 ratio, then add seafood dashi, finely chopped green onion, and grated carrot to form a smooth egg mixture.
Pour the egg mixture into a clay pot coated evenly with toasted sesame oil. Stir continuously from the bottom and sides over medium heat until the mixture begins to thicken.
Once thickened, lower the heat to low, cover tightly with a matching lid or inverted plate, heat for 30 seconds, turn off the heat, and let steam build for 2 minutes before serving.
Cooking tips 💡
Coating the inside of the clay pot with sesame oil prevents the egg from sticking and burning on the hot surface, while enhancing the rich aroma.
Whisk the eggs thoroughly until all the egg whites are fully broken down and no stringiness remains—this ensures a smooth, pudding-like texture.
As the egg mixture heats and starts to coagulate, constantly scrape the corners and bottom to prevent lumping and burning.
After heating, always let the dish rest covered for at least 2 minutes to trap steam—this allows the custard to rise evenly and remain moist and tender throughout.
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