First-food egg custard
First-food egg custard is a simple, silky-smooth steamed dish made from eggs and water (or milk), often seasoned with a pinch of salt or a drizzle of soy sauce. It is a classic, gentle comfort food in many East Asian cuisines, particularly Chinese, and is frequently introduced as one of a baby's first solid foods due to its soft texture and mild flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a high-quality protein source with a moderate amount of fat and very few carbohydrates. It provides essential nutrients like choline, selenium, and vitamin D, with a typical serving containing around 100-150 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Carbs | 1 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
| Choline | 140 mg |
| Selenium | 20 mcg |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 140 mg |
| Calcium | 50 mg |
| Potassium | 130 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a nostalgic comfort food often associated with home cooking and care for the young or elderly. Nutritionally, its unique value lies in being a highly digestible, complete protein source that's gentle on the digestive system.
