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Hong Kong Egg Tarts
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Hong Kong Egg Tarts

Dan tat — flaky lard pastry cradling a barely-set, gently-wobbling yellow custard. The dim sum finale.

Sweet1 hrMakes 12

The method

5 steps · 1 hr

  1. 01

    Mix crust; rest 30 minutes; press into tart tins.

  2. 02

    Whisk custard base; strain twice for a glassy finish.

  3. 03

    Fill shells 90 percent.

  4. 04

    Bake 400°F 15 minutes, drop to 325°F 8 minutes, until custard is just set.

  5. 05

    Cool 5 minutes; eat warm.

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