The Hong Kong egg tarts are influenced by the British style of custard tarts, with the egg custard filling presented with a glossy, smooth finish rather than a caramelized top. They're a popular offering at dim sum . These Chinese-style egg tarts may seem difficult to make, but the preparation is quite easy.
Next beat the eggs in a large bowl and add the evaporated milk. Pour in the sugar water and mix thoroughly. Finally, mix in the vanilla. Place the tart shells on a baking sheet. Pour the custard through a sieve into the shells. Bake the tarts at 425ºF for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the egg mixture has risen and the crust is golden brown.
The sweet egg tarts can be eaten at breakfast, brunch, and as a snack. It goes incredibly well with hot tea; we recommend eating it with black tea or Hong Kong milk tea.
Egg tarts are vegetarian since they don't contain any meat products. However, they are not vegan, since they contain dairy and eggs. Tasty Dim Sum Recipes You Can Make at Home (Yes, Really!)