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Addictive Korean Marinated Eggs (Mayak Gyeran)

Two halves of beautifully rich, orange-yolked marinated eggs, drizzled with sauce and topped with sesame seeds and scallions.
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Make these flavorful Korean Marinated Eggs, known as Mayak Gyeran, at home. This recipe yields savory, umami-rich eggs perfect for meal prep, topping ramen, or serving as a simple Korean side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 red chili pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the eggs: Gently place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, cover the pot, remove it from the heat, and let the eggs sit for exactly 6 minutes and 30 seconds for a jammy yolk.
  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, combine the soy sauce, water, white sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Whisk until the sugar dissolves completely.
  5. Add the minced garlic, sliced onion, chopped green onions, and sliced red chili pepper (if using) to the marinade. Stir well.
  6. Place the peeled eggs into the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. If they float, you can place a small plate or plastic wrap directly on top of the eggs to keep them under the liquid.
  7. Cover the container and refrigerate. Marinate the eggs for a minimum of 6 hours, but overnight is best for maximum flavor absorption.
  8. When ready to serve, remove the eggs from the marinade, slice them in half, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Use the remaining marinade as a dressing or discard it.

Notes

  • For the best jammy yolk texture, use a timer precisely when boiling the eggs.
  • If you plan to keep these for meal prep, store the eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • You can use the leftover marinade as a flavorful sauce for rice bowls or noodles.

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