Chicken Gizzard Lining Steamed Egg (Ji Nei Jin Steamed Egg Custard)

Main Ingredients

• Eggs 2 pieces
• Roasted chicken gizzard lining powder 3-5g
• Lukewarm water 150-180ml
• Salt 1g
• Sesame oil 2-3 drops
• Chopped green onion a little
• Light soy sauce a little

Steps

1. Take 3-5g of roasted chicken gizzard lining and grind into fine powder. Note: Roasting enhances the digestion-promoting effect and removes any gamey odor. If using raw gizzard lining, stir-fry over low heat until yellow-brown and grind; if using pre-roasted, grind directly.

   

2. Crack 2 eggs into a bowl, add 1g of salt, and beat thoroughly with chopsticks or a whisk until the egg liquid is uniform, with no large pieces of egg white.

   

3. Add the roasted gizzard lining powder to the egg liquid and stir well, allowing the powder to fully incorporate.

   

4. Prepare 150-180ml of lukewarm water (about 40°C, comfortable to the touch) and slowly pour into the egg liquid while stirring. Note: The egg-to-water ratio is about 1:1.5. The water temperature should not be too high, or the egg will curdle; too little water makes the custard firm, too much makes it difficult to set. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve twice to remove foam and any undissolved egg white, making the custard smoother. Pour the strained egg liquid into a steaming bowl and skim off any surface foam. Cover with heat-resistant plastic wrap (prick a few holes with a toothpick) or a plate to prevent steam from dripping and creating a蜂窝 (honeycomb) texture.

   

5. Add water to a steamer. Once the water is boiling, place the bowl in, reduce to medium-low heat, and steam for 10-12 minutes. Note: Do not use high heat—it causes the egg to boil and form bubbles. Do not open the lid frequently. After steaming, turn off the heat and let it sit covered for 2 minutes before removing, making the custard even more tender.

   

6. Drizzle with 2-3 drops of sesame oil and a little light soy sauce (optional), and sprinkle with chopped green onion. Serve warm. Once daily for 3-5 consecutive days as one course. Avoid consuming on an empty stomach—best consumed with meals or after meals.

   

TCM Notes

Chicken Gizzard Lining (Ji Nei Jin): Sweet in taste, neutral in nature; enters the Spleen, Stomach, Small Intestine, and Bladder meridians. Known for strengthening the stomach, promoting digestion, astringing essence, stopping enuresis, and treating urinary calculi. Modern research shows it contains gastric hormones, keratin, amylase, various vitamins, and trace elements, with effects of enhancing gastric motility, increasing pepsin and pancreatic lipase activity, and strengthening bladder sphincter contraction. After consumption, it increases gastric juice secretion and enhances gastric motility, thereby slowly strengthening digestive capacity and accelerating gastric emptying. Recommended daily dosage: 3-10g. Eggs: Contain approximately 13g protein, 9g fat, lecithin, vitamin A, vitamin D, B vitamins, and minerals including iron, calcium, and phosphorus per 100g. The amino acid composition of egg protein is close to that of the human body, with high digestibility. Eggs are known for nourishing yin, moistening dryness, nourishing blood, calming the mind, and strengthening the spleen and stomach. Steamed egg is softer and easier to digest than fried or scrambled eggs, suitable for the elderly, children, and those in post-illness recovery. Synergistic Effect: Chicken gizzard lining strengthens the stomach, promotes digestion, and resolves accumulations; eggs nourish yin, moisten dryness, and strengthen the spleen and stomach. One promotes digestion, one tonifies—promoting digestion without harming the spleen and stomach, and tonifying deficiency without retaining stagnation. Total approx. 180-220 kcal, 14-16g protein—a high-protein, low-fat, easily digestible spleen-strengthening and digestion-promoting medicinal dish.

Suitable for：Children with pediatric malnutrition, anorexia, sallow complexion, and poor appetite Those with food stagnation, abdominal fullness, and indigestion Those with weak spleen and stomach, poor appetite, and in post-illness recovery Those with vomiting, diarrhea, and undigested food Those with enuresis and spermatorrhea Those with biliary or urinary tract stones (adjunctive support) The elderly, children, and those with chewing difficulties (steamed egg is soft and easy to eat) General population for daily stomach-strengthening, digestion-promoting, and digestive support

Not suitable for：Those with spleen deficiency but no food stagnation – chicken gizzard lining is a digestion-promoting and accumulation-resolving substance; long-term use may deplete vital qi Pregnant women – chicken gizzard lining has a dredging nature; pregnant women should use with caution Those allergic to eggs or chicken gizzard lining – eggs are a common allergen; those with allergies should use caution Those with hypercholesterolemia, gallstones, or acute cholecystitis – egg yolks are high in cholesterol, and acute cholecystitis may be worsened by gallbladder contraction Those with renal insufficiency – eggs contain high-quality protein; protein intake must be controlled under medical guidance Those with colds or fever – light diet is recommended; tonic foods may affect the expulsion of external pathogens Avoid consuming with persimmon – tannic acid in persimmon may bind with proteins in chicken gizzard lining and eggs, affecting digestion and absorption Infants and young children – when giving to children, it is best to do so under medical guidance