Best 4 Egg Waffles 2 Or Gai Daan Jai Recipes

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Egg waffles, also known as gai daan jai in Cantonese, are a delicious and popular street food in Hong Kong and other parts of Asia. These crispy, golden waffles are made with a simple batter of flour, sugar, eggs, and milk and cooked in a special waffle iron. The result is a light and airy waffle with a slightly sweet flavor that can be enjoyed on its own or with a variety of toppings such as butter, syrup, fruit, or ice cream. If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast, brunch, or snack, egg waffles are a great option. In this article, we'll share some of the best recipes for egg waffles, so you can enjoy this delicious treat at home.

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EGG WAFFLES OR GAI DAAN JAI



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Popular street food in Hong Kong. These are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Gai Daan Jai (Tsai) means Little Chicken Eggs. Other names include Puffe, Bubble Waffle, Eggettes, Egg Puffs and I am sure there are other names. Served for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Either served flat or rolled with fruit in the center. You must have a special egg waffle pan to make these. You can find a nice one at Williams Sonoma.

Provided by Ambervim

Categories     Breakfast

Time 10m

Yield 5 Egg Waffles

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 eggs, separated
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/4 cups cake flour (use Cake Flour Substitute if you have none on hand)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch nutmeg, freshly grated
1/4 teaspoon salt
canola oil (for cooking, other veggie oil will work)
powdered sugar
syrup
fresh fruit
coconut

Steps:

  • Whisk together egg yolks, milk, vanilla, butter and sugar until well combined.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, nutmeg and salt.
  • Bea egg whites to medium peaks.
  • Whisk egg yolk mixture into the flour mixture until there are no lumps.
  • Fold in one-third of the egg whites to the batter and stir until lightened.
  • Gently fold in the remaining egg whites in 2 additions.
  • Set a wire rack out.
  • Preheat both sides of the pan over medium heat until hot.
  • Lightly brush each side with oil an pur batter into the center of one side and swirl it out a bit. Immediately place the other side of the pan on top, flip the pan and cook for 2 minutes or a bit more.
  • Flip the pan over and cook until the waffle is golden brown on the other side - about 2+ minutes.
  • Open the pan and tip the egg waffle out onto the rack. Let it cool for a couple minutes before serving.
  • Repeat with remaining batter.
  • Sprinkle with a bit of powdered sugar and enjoy. Or put syrup on it.
  • Optionally, lay fresh fruit and/or coconut on one side and roll it up for a great hand held snack.
  • Be creative with the additions.
  • The cooking time is for 1 waffle.
  • Some people break apart the eggs. This is great for young children.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.2, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 187.1, Sodium 410.7, Carbohydrate 38.3, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 10.6, Protein 8.4

EGG WAFFLES 2 OR GAI DAAN JAI



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Popular street food in Hong Kong. These are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Gai Daan Jai (Tsai) means Little Chicken Eggs. Other names include Puffe, Bubble Waffle, Eggettes, Egg Puffs and I am sure there are other names. Served for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Either served flat or rolled with fruit in the center. You must have a special egg waffle pan to make these. You can find a nice one at Williams Sonoma.

Provided by Ambervim

Categories     Breakfast

Time 10m

Yield 5 egg waffles

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon custard powder (substitute with vanilla pudding powder or cornstarch and increase vanilla below)
2 tablespoons tapioca starch (substitute with cornstarch if you have none)
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons evaporated milk
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup bittersweet chocolate, shredded
1/2 cup chocolate chips, small (or crush them a bit)
1/2 cup black sesame seed, toasted

Steps:

  • Whisk the flour, baking powder, custard powder, tapioca starch, and salt together in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Combine the eggs and sugar in a medium bowl and whisk together until smooth.
  • Add in the evaporated milk and water and whisk to combine.
  • Add in the flour mixture and whisk to combine, making sure that all the lumps are whisked out and the mixture is very smooth.
  • Add in the vanilla extract and vegetable oil and whisk to combine.
  • Cover the mixture and refrigerate for an hour to let thicken.
  • Spray each eggette plate with nonstick cooking spray and heat on a stove burner at medium until just hot - you don't want it scorching or the batter will cook too quickly when it hits the pan.
  • You can stir in any of the optional add-ins like the ones I listed above at this point, right before cooking the batter.
  • Pour about 3/4 cup of batter on one side of the egg waffle maker, spreading as evenly as possible. Place the other plate on top. Flip the pan over to let the mold fill evenly.
  • Cook for about 2 1/2 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2 1/2 minutes.
  • After the first trial eggette, you can adjust the heat and cooking time to get the doneness you want.
  • Turn the eggette out onto a wire rack to let cool slightly before eating.
  • Cooking time is for each egg waffle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498.9, Fat 20.4, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 76.2, Sodium 265.4, Carbohydrate 74.5, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 49.4, Protein 8.8

EGG WAFFLES 4 OR GAI DAAN JAI



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Popular street food in Hong Kong. These are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Gai Daan Jai (Tsai) means Little Chicken Eggs. Other names include Puffe, Bubble Waffle, Eggettes, Egg Puffs and I am sure there are other names. Served for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Either served flat or rolled with fruit in the center. You must have a special egg waffle pan to make these. You can find a nice one at Williams Sonoma.

Provided by Ambervim

Categories     Breakfast

Time 12m

Yield 1 Batch

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup all-purpose flour
3 1/2 tablespoons potato starch (corn starch will work)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup water
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons custard powder (or instant pudding powder)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together all the wet ingredients.
  • Add dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
  • Preheat both sides of the waffle pan and grease the pan with some oil.
  • When the waffle pan is hot, pour batter into one side, covering all the holes but leaving one row empty.
  • Place the other side of the pan on top and flip immediately.
  • Cook for about 3 1/2 to 4 minutes, depending on how hot your stove is.
  • Flip the pan and cook for another 3 1/2 to 4 minutes.
  • Transfer the waffle to a plate to cool and enjoy while it is still hot.
  • Time is each egg waffle. Watch carefully. You want them to be golden brown. May take less time.

EGG WAFFLES 3 OR GAI DAAN JAI



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Popular street food in Hong Kong. These are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Gai Daan Jai (Tsai) means Little Chicken Eggs. Other names include Puffe, Bubble Waffle, Eggettes, Egg Puffs and I am sure there are other names. Served for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Either served flat or rolled with fruit in the center. You must have a special egg waffle pan to make these. You can find a nice one at Williams Sonoma.

Provided by Ambervim

Categories     Breakfast

Time 9m

Yield 5 egg waffles

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 ounces flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 ounce cornstarch
1 tablespoon custard powder (if you don't have this use vanilla pudding powder or just use more cornstarch)
5 ounces sugar
5 ounces water
2 eggs
2 tablespoons evaporated milk
2 tablespoons oil

Steps:

  • Sift together the first 4 ingredients;
  • Beat the eggs and sugar.
  • Add milk and water.
  • Stir dry ingredients in, add oil last.
  • Heat both sides of griddle, add batter to about 80% full.
  • Close griddle and cook over medium heat for 2 minutes per side.
  • Remove with fork and serve immediately.
  • Cooking time is each egg waffle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.2, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 76.2, Sodium 128.1, Carbohydrate 56.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 28.4, Protein 5.9

Tips:

  • For crispy waffles, make sure your batter is cold before cooking. You can chill it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before using.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the waffles tough.
  • Use a hot waffle iron. This will help the waffles cook evenly and prevent them from sticking.
  • Don't overcrowd the waffle iron. Cook the waffles in batches if necessary.
  • Serve the waffles immediately with your favorite toppings. Waffles are best when they're fresh and hot.

Conclusion:

Egg waffles, also known as Gai Daan Jai, are a popular street food in Hong Kong and other parts of Asia. They're made with a simple batter of flour, eggs, sugar, and milk, and cooked in a special waffle iron that gives them their unique shape and texture. Egg waffles are often served with sweet or savory toppings, such as butter, syrup, fruit, or ice cream. They can also be used to make sandwiches or wraps. With their crispy exterior and fluffy interior, egg waffles are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're also relatively easy to make at home, so you can enjoy them whenever you crave them.

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