Chinese Quail Egg Recipe

Ingredients

• 12 quail eggs , hard-boiled and peeled
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce (optional, for color)
• 1 cup water (for simmering)
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced thin
• 2 scallions, chopped (green and white parts separated)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• A pinch of ground white pepper
• 1 star anise
• Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)