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Century Egg from China

Century Egg

Also known as Pidan

πŸ“ Nationwide β˜… 4.0

Preserved egg with amber jelly and a dark green yolk.

About Century Egg

A duck egg is cured for weeks in an alkaline mixture until the white turns to translucent amber jelly and the yolk to a creamy dark green, taking on a savoury, sulphurous depth. It is often served with tofu or in congee.

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Round out your trip β€” most travellers book these alongside their trip.

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