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Addictive Korean Marinated Eggs (Mayak Gyeran)

Two halves of umami marinated eggs with runny yolks served over white rice and topped with sesame seeds and scallions.
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Learn to make Mayak Gyeran, or Korean Marinated Eggs. These soft-boiled eggs soak in a savory, umami-rich soy sauce marinade, making them an excellent side dish, snack, or ramen topping.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup mirin (or substitute with 2 tablespoons sugar dissolved in 1/4 cup water)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Gently place the eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Once boiling, immediately turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let the eggs sit for exactly 6 minutes and 30 seconds for jammy yolks.
  3. Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely, about 10 minutes.
  4. Carefully peel the cooled eggs.
  5. In a medium, non-reactive container (like a glass jar or bowl), whisk together the soy sauce, water, mirin, sesame oil, minced garlic, chopped onion, green onion, red pepper flakes, and sesame seeds to create the marinade.
  6. Gently place the peeled eggs into the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. You may need to gently press them down.
  7. Cover the container and refrigerate. Marinate the eggs for a minimum of 6 hours, but overnight is best for deep flavor absorption.
  8. When serving, remove the eggs from the marinade and slice them in half. Drizzle with a little extra sesame oil or top with fresh sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • For the perfect soft-boiled egg, timing is crucial. Adjust the 6.5 minutes slightly based on your altitude and egg size if you prefer a runnier or firmer yolk.
  • These **marinated soy eggs** are fantastic for **meal prep marinated eggs**; they keep well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in the marinade.
  • Use this recipe for a delicious **ramen egg topping recipe** or serve over rice for a simple Korean meal.

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