Pigeon Egg

Pigeon Egg

Animal product
Used in 1 of 203 cuisines (0%)

Pigeon egg — tiny pearl-sized egg with rich creamy yolk. Chinese banquet ingredient; Buddha Jumps Over the Wall; bird's-nest soup garnish.

Across cuisines

Pigeon eggs are smaller than chicken eggs and have a delicate flavor and creamy texture. They are often used in gourmet dishes and traditional Chinese medicine. Cooking methods include boiling, steaming, and using them in soups or congee.

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