Korean Marinated Eggs Recipe (Mayak Gyeran)

Korean marinated eggs (also called Mayak Gyeran) are soft-boiled eggs that are marinated in a savory-sweet soy sauce with aromatics and chili for the perfect umami bite. Enjoy them over warm rice or as a snack.

Course Breakfast, Main Dishes, Side Dish

Cuisine Korean

Keyword Korean Marinated Eggs Recipe (Mayak Gyeran)

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 7

Marinating Time 6

Servings Servings

Calories 136kcal

Author Bon Appeteach

Ingredients

6 Eggs
1/2 cup Soy Sauce
1/2 cup Water
2 tbsp Mirin
2 tbsp Honey
1 tbsp Sesame Oil
3 Garlic Cloves minced
1/2 cup Onion finely diced
2 Green Onions thinly sliced
1 Red Chili finely diced
1 Green Chili finely diced
1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds

Instructions

Soft Boil The Eggs

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Gently lower the eggs into the water and cook for 6 minutes and 30 seconds for a soft, jammy yolk.
Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath and let them cool for at least 5 minutes.
Carefully peel each egg and set them aside.

Marinate The Eggs

In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, water, mirin, sugar, honey, and sesame oil. Add minced garlic, diced onion, green onions, chili peppers, and toasted sesame seeds.
Place the peeled eggs in a container or a resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the eggs, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, for maximum flavor.
Enjoy the eggs over a bowl of warm rice, drizzled with extra marinade. Garnish with extra green onion and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

The eggs can be stored in the marinade in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Nutrition