Salt-cured egg yolks are a unique and versatile ingredient that add a rich, creamy umami flavor to both sweet and savory dishes. The curing process concentrates the flavor of the yolk and gives it a smooth, thick texture almost like butter. Making salt-cured yolks at home is surprisingly easy, and they keep for weeks in the fridge or months in the freezer. Read on to learn all about how to make these special cured yolks, and discover creative ways to enjoy them in your cooking.
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Salt-curing egg yolks involves packing raw yolks with salt, which draws out moisture. This dehydration concentrated the egg flavor, while the salt penetrates the proteins in the yolk, altering the texture.
To make salt-cured yolks, carefully separate eggs and place the raw yolks in a container. Cover with kosher salt – the salt fully surrounds each individual yolk. Let this mixture cure in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks. As the yolks cure, liquid will pool at the bottom of the container. At this point, just rinse the hardened yolks off and they are ready to use!
Salt-cured yolks have a fudgy, cheese-like consistency and a rich umami taste. Historically, cooks used this preservation method to keep eggs through the winter months. The unique flavor and texture make cured yolks a prized ingredient.
For a variation, you can cure the yolks in a blend of salt, sugar, and spices. Try a Moroccan-inspired blend with cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cayenne.
Salt-cured yolks lend a rich, umami flavor to everything from pasta carbonara to deviled eggs. Here are some tasty ways to enjoy them:
Savory dishes:
Sweet treats:
Flavor combinations:
Salt-cured egg yolks are a unique ingredient that adds rich flavor, golden color, and luxurious texture to all kinds of dishes, both sweet and savory. The lengthy curing process gives the yolks a concentrated egg taste and smooth, thick texture. Curing your own eggs at home opens up new possibilities for creative cooking. With some salt, patience, and fresh eggs, you can make this special preserved ingredient part of your culinary repertoire.
Serves: Varies
Amount Per Serving: 2-3 yolks | ||
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Calories | 80 | |
% Daily Value* | ||
Total Fat 5g | 7.7% | |
Saturated Fat 3g | 15% | |
Trans Fat 0g | ||
Cholesterol 185mg | 61.7% | |
Sodium 800mg+ | 33.3% | |
Total Carbohydrate 1g | 0.3% | |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 0 | |
Sugars 0g | ||
Protein 6g |
Vitamin A 1,100 IU | Vitamin C 0mg | |
Calcium 55mg | Iron 1mg |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Vietnamese food was always on the table when I was a kid, but I didn’t really care for it until my late teens (what a waste!). I was a super picky eater and mostly just wanted fast food. Somewhere down the line I flipped a switch, and now home-cooked food is something I appreciate so much more. ⮕About me
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