Korean Mayak Eggs

2h 7m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Boil the eggs for about 6 or 7 minutes to make them soft-boiled.
  2. 2Peel the soft-boiled eggs.
  3. 3In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup of soy sauce.
  4. 4Add 1/2 cup of water to the bowl.
  5. 5Add 1/4 cup of sweetener (honey or agave).
  6. 6Add 2 tablespoons of mirin.
  7. 7Add 1 teaspoon of minced garlic.
  8. 8Add 1 chopped serrano chili or jalapeno.
  9. 9Add 1 tablespoon of Korean pepper flakes.
  10. 10Add 2 chopped green onions.
  11. 11Add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds.
  12. 12Add the peeled soft-boiled eggs to the sauce.
  13. 13Mix the eggs gently to coat them with the sauce.
  14. 14Refrigerate the marinated eggs for about 2 hours before serving.

Ingredients

  • 12 soft boiled eggs
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 0.25 cup honey or agave
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 Serrano chili or jalapeno
  • 1 tablespoon Korean pepper flakes
  • 2 green onions
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Equipment

bowlmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonsspoonegg cooker

Tips

  • The longer it marinates, the more flavor it will have.
  • Enjoy with steamed rice or noodles.