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Easy Korean Marinated Eggs (Mayak Gyeran)

Two halves of soft-boiled marinated eggs showing jammy, bright orange yolks on a light plate.
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Make addictive Korean soy marinated eggs, Mayak Gyeran, featuring jammy yolks soaked in a savory umami marinade. This simple recipe is perfect for meal prep, ramen topping, or a flavorful snack.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup mirin (or substitute with 1/4 cup sugar dissolved in 1/4 cup water)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, optional)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the eggs: Gently place the eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat. 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.
  2. Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely, about 10 minutes.
  3. Peel the cooled eggs carefully. Set them aside.
  4. Make the marinade: In a medium bowl or a sealable container, whisk together the soy sauce, water, mirin, sesame oil, gochugaru (if using), and minced garlic.
  5. Add the sliced onion and chopped green onions to the marinade mixture. Stir well.
  6. Place the peeled eggs into the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. If they are not fully covered, gently turn them halfway through the marinating time.
  7. Cover the container and refrigerate. Marinate the eggs for a minimum of 6 hours, but preferably 12 to 24 hours for the best flavor absorption.
  8. Serve the Korean marinated eggs whole or sliced in half. Use them as a ramen egg topping or enjoy them as a side dish.

Notes

  • For perfect peeling, crack the shell all over and peel under cool running water.
  • If you prefer a harder yolk, boil the eggs for 8 minutes instead of 6.5 minutes.
  • The marinade can be reused once or twice if you strain out the solids before re-marinating a new batch of peeled eggs.
  • These savory marinated eggs keep well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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