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Korean Marinated Eggs Mayak


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  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Total Time: 30 minutes plus 6–24 hours marinating
  • Yield: 6 eggs (serves 3–4) 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option

Description

Savory soft-boiled eggs marinated in a sweet-savory sauce, perfect for ramen, rice bowls, or a tasty snack.


Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
  • 3 tbsp (45 ml) mirin (or 2 tbsp rice vinegar + 1 tbsp sugar)
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp (15 g) granulated sugar or honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tsp gochugaru or 1 small sliced red chili (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for marinade and garnish)

Instructions

  1. Gently lower room-temperature eggs into simmering water and cook for 6–7 minutes for jammy yolks.
  2. Immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath for 8–10 minutes.
  3. Peel the eggs under cool running water to prevent tearing the whites.
  4. Mix the marinade ingredients in a container.
  5. Submerge the peeled eggs in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or up to 24 hours for maximum flavor.

Notes

For easier peeling, use eggs that are 5–10 days old. Adjust boil times to achieve desired yolk consistency.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Soft-boiling, marinating
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 egg
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 186mg