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Recipe of Homemade egg yolk 🐣

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Homemade egg yolk (huevo hilado) is a traditional preparation from Spanish and Latin American pastry, consisting of fine threads of egg yolk cooked in a sugar syrup. This homemade egg recipe is perfect for decorating desserts, accompanying ice cream, or enjoying as a sweet treat on its own. Its delicate texture and sweet flavor make it a unique delicacy.

Why does this recipe work?

The key is achieving the exact syrup point (thread stage) and using a syringe to create thin threads that cook upon contact with the hot syrup. It is a simple technique, but it requires patience and precision. This homemade version is ideal for those who want to surprise with a gourmet touch without complicated ingredients.

Variations and uses

  • You can flavor the syrup with cinnamon or vanilla.
  • Serve as a topping for flans, custards, or sponge cakes.
  • It is also used in desserts like tocino de cielo or yema quemada.

With this easy recipe, you will master the art of homemade egg yolk in no time.

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Recipe of Homemade egg yolk 🐣
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Cook

35 min

Servings

6

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    First of all, we carefully separate the yolks from the whites of the six eggs.

  2. 2

    Then we pass the yolks through a sieve to remove any impurities and traces of white that may remain, and reserve them in a bowl while we prepare the next step, the syrup.

  3. 3

    To make the syrup, we put the glass of sugar and the glass of water in a medium pot, it must be the same amount of water as sugar for it to be perfect for us.

  4. 4

    When it starts to boil and we get the thread point in the syrup, it's time to start spinning the egg.

  5. 5

    To do this, we will fill a plastic syringe with the yolks (those used for children's medicines that have not been used are good).

  6. 6

    Once filled with egg yolks, we throw it into the pot with constant pressure on the syringe so that there are fine threads, always with circular movements as if we were making churros.

  7. 7

    After a few seconds, we take out the spun egg with a skimmer and pour it into a bowl of water with plenty of ice that we have prepared beforehand. We take it out quickly and place it on a plate with kitchen paper so that it absorbs excess water.

  8. 8

    We repeat the operation until we finish the yolks. It's easy if we don't get distracted and do one batch after another at a constant pace. Nor should we leave the spun egg on the ice for more than a few seconds so that it does not lose its sweetness.

  9. 9

    You will see how simple it is quite simple when we are agile with the syringe and follow the steps one by one without stopping too long so that the syrup does not heat up too much. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do at any time of the year, bon appetit everyone!

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is it to prepare Homemade egg yolk 🐣?

This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.

How long does it take to prepare Homemade egg yolk 🐣?

The preparation time is minutes and the cooking time is 35 minutes.

How many people does this recipe serve?

This recipe is designed for 6 servings.

Can I substitute some ingredients?

Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.

How should I store this preparation?

Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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