Korean Mayak Eggs

12h
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Boil eggs for 6-7 minutes max. If the eggs are from the fridge, boil them for 7 minutes.
  2. 2Transfer the boiled eggs into an ice-cold water bath to stop the cooking process and make them easier to peel.
  3. 3Chop the green onions.
  4. 4Add the chopped green onions to a jar.
  5. 5Finely chop the garlic cloves.
  6. 6Add the chopped garlic to the jar with the green onions.
  7. 7Add light soy sauce to the jar.
  8. 8Add water to the jar.
  9. 9Add sesame seeds to the jar.
  10. 10Add chilli flakes to the jar.
  11. 11Optionally, add chopped red chillies to the jar.
  12. 12Stir the marinade mixture well.
  13. 13Peel the boiled eggs.
  14. 14Place the peeled eggs into the marinade in the jar.
  15. 15Close the jar and refrigerate for at least 12-14 hours (not more than 24 hours).
  16. 16Serve the marinated eggs and enjoy.

Ingredients

  • eggs
  • 0.5 cup light soy sauce
  • 1.5 cup water
  • 1 tbsp chilli flakes
  • 0.5 cup green onions
  • 7 cloves garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 red chillies

Equipment

potbowlknifecutting boardjarmeasuring cupspoonfork

Tips

  • Boil eggs for 6-7 minutes max for the perfect consistency.
  • Marinate in the fridge for at least 12-14 hours (not more than 24 hours) for optimal flavor absorption.