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A thousand year egg, also known as a century egg or a preserved egg, is a Chinese culinary dish made by preserving duck, chicken or quail eggs in a mixture of clay, ash, salt, quicklime, and rice hulls for several weeks to several months.

The taste of a thousand year egg is described as being similar to a hard-boiled egg, but with a stronger flavor and aroma. The yolk is creamy and rich, while the white is salty and has a gel-like texture.

Yes, it is safe to eat a thousand year egg if it is properly prepared and stored.

Thousand year eggs are a good source of protein, fats, vitamins, and minerals like calcium, phosphorus, and iron, although they are high in cholesterol and sodium.

Store thousand year eggs in a cool, dry place with the package sealed until it is time to consume them.

Provided that the egg is properly prepared and stored, there should be no risk involved. However, it's always a good idea to consult with a healthcare professional before consuming any unfamiliar foods during pregnancy.

Yes, due to the chemical reactions during the preservation process, thousand year eggs develop a strong odor similar to sulfur and ammonia.

While it is possible to make a thousand year egg at home, it is a time-consuming process that requires several weeks to several months and use of specific ingredients. It is more convenient to buy them.

A thousand year egg is made by preserving it in a mixture. The egg is coated in a thick paste of clay, ash, salt, quicklime, and rice hulls. The egg is then wrapped in rice straw and left to ‘cook’ and ferment for several weeks to several months.

No, they are not. The name is metaphorical. The eggs are actually preserved for several weeks to several months, but not for a thousand years.

Thousand year eggs don't require cooking. They are eaten straight from the shell after it has been preserved.

No, it is not vegetarian-friendly as it is made from duck, chicken or quail eggs.

Thousand year eggs are often cut into small pieces and served with pickled ginger root, or as a side dish with congee (rice porridge). They are also used in a variety of dishes, such as salads or stir-fries.

The changes in color are due to a series of chemical reactions. The alkaline environment transforms the egg yolk's color to dark green or black, and it develops a strong odor similar to sulfur and ammonia.

Neither, they are preserved. Despite the changing textures and colors, the process doesn’t actually cook the egg in the way we traditionally think of cooking.

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