Chayedan- Chinese Tea Eggs

Directions

1. 1
   Put eggs in a medium-sized pot with enough water to cover the eggs.
2. 2
   Bring water to boil, then lower heat to simmer for 3 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove eggs from heat and allow them to cool a bit before handling(running them under cold water does the trick quickly.
4. 4
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5. 5
   Take the back of a knife and crack eggs evenly all around.
6. 6
   Return eggs to the pot and add the rest of the ingredients.
7. 7
   Bring liquid to boil again, then simmer for 1 to 3 hours, longer for a more intense flavor and color, adding water if level gets too low.
8. 8
   Remove from heat, and serve as a snack or addition to rice or noodles.