Salt-Preserved Goose Eggs
Salt-preserved goose eggs, also known as salted goose eggs, are a traditional Chinese delicacy where whole goose eggs are cured in a brine or salted charcoal paste. This preservation method transforms the egg, giving the yolk a rich, oily, and intensely savory flavor while the white becomes firm and salty. They are a popular side dish or ingredient in various Chinese cuisines.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a high-protein, high-fat food with a significant amount of sodium due to the curing process. It provides essential nutrients like selenium, phosphorus, and B vitamins, with a single egg containing roughly 180-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 190 kcal |
| Protein | 14 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 1200 mg |
| Selenium | 36 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg |
| Choline | 295 mg |
| Iron | 2.8 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg |
| Zinc | 1.8 mg |
Per 1 whole salt-preserved goose egg (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The curing process causes the yolk to release oil, a prized characteristic that signifies a high-quality, well-preserved egg. Nutritionally, the process increases the concentration of certain minerals and makes the protein more dense.
