Korean Marinated Eggs Mayak
Korean Marinated Eggs, or Mayak Gyeran, are a delightful snack soaked in a savory marinade, perfect for any time of day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 255 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Boiling, Marinating
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Start by bringing a pot of water to a boil. Gently add the eggs and let them cook for 7-8 minutes for a perfectly hard-boiled egg.
- Once the eggs are done, remove them from the pot and immediately place them in an ice water bath to cool.
- While the eggs are cooling, mix together soy sauce, water, sesame oil, minced garlic, sugar, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
- Once the eggs are cool, gently peel off the shells and place them in a sealing container.
- Pour the marinade over the peeled eggs, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 240 minutes; overnight is best for maximum flavor.
- Before serving, garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Enjoy your Korean Marinated Eggs!
Notes
For best results, use fresh eggs, and consider adding a splash of vinegar to the boiling water to make peeling easier.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 210mg