Description
Mayak eggs are a delightful Korean-inspired dish featuring soft-boiled eggs marinated in a savory sauce, perfect for breakfast or as a flavorful snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large organic eggs
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon chili oil (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
Instructions
- 1. Boil the eggs: In a pot, bring water to a gentle boil. Carefully add the eggs and cook for 6 minutes for soft-boiled perfection.
- 2. Ice bath: Transfer the eggs into an ice bath immediately after boiling and let them cool for about 5 minutes.
- 3. Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, chili oil, minced garlic, and brown sugar until well combined.
- 4. Peel the eggs: Gently tap each egg against a hard surface and peel under running water for smooth peeling.
- 5. Marinate: Place peeled eggs in the sauce mixture and let them marinate for at least 10-15 minutes.
- 6. Garnish & serve: Slice marinated eggs in half, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and enjoy!
Notes
- For added heat, incorporate chili flakes into the marinade.
- Marinating overnight enhances flavor absorption.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg (50g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 186mg