MARBLED TEA EGGS

Preparation Method :

• Place eggs in a pan and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
• Remove, drain and run cold water over them for several minutes. Dry eggs and tap shells gently with back of spoon on all sides to crack them evenly.
• Place boiling water in a saucepan with the tea leaves, salt and star anise. Add eggs, cover and simmer gently for 1 ½ hours.
• Let eggs cool in the flavored water ½ hour. The eggs may be made in advance but do not shell them until ready to serve. Shell under cold water.
• Serve halved or quartered as an appetizer.