Steamed Egg Custard with Vegetables for Seniors
ContinentalSeniorsDesi eggsEasy
A silky steamed egg custard with soft vegetables — light, gentle and easy to eat for older adults.
Prep time10 min
Cook time20 min
Total time30 min
Servings2
Ingredients
- 2 Desi eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup finely chopped soft vegetables (carrot, peas, spinach)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon butter
Method
- Whisk the eggs, milk and salt together until smooth, then strain through a sieve for a silky texture.
- Stir in the finely chopped vegetables.
- Pour into a greased heatproof bowl and cover loosely with foil.
- Steam over simmering water for 15-18 minutes until the custard is just set and trembles slightly in the centre.
- Rest for 2 minutes and serve warm with a small knob of butter on top.
Nutrition — estimated per serving
Calories (estimate)160 kcal
Protein (estimate)10 g
Fat (estimate)9 g
Carbs (estimate)8 g
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard per-egg values (about 72 kcal, 6.3 g protein, 4.8 g fat, 0.4 g carbs per large egg).
Tips, food safety & substitutions
Nutrition figures are estimates only. Steam gently — high heat makes the custard holey and tough. Allergens: egg, milk. Pakistani alternative: use gajar, matar and palak from the local market and desi ghee instead of butter. Serve warm and fresh; do not keep steamed custard for the next day.