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How to Cook Chinese Bird Nest (燕窝)
Step 1 of 13 · Recipe makes 4 portions
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Add bird nest to a large bowl and 8 cups water to cover. Soak for a minimum of 6 hours or up to overnight. Gently rinse the nest with your fingers during the soaking and change the water once. If you see small feathers attached to the bird nest, carefully remove them with tweezers and discard them.
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4 pieces bird nest (1 oz. / 28 grams)