Mayak Eggs: 6 Irresistible Reasons to Try This Recipe
Mayak Eggs are soft-boiled eggs marinated in a savory-sweet soy sauce mixture. They are perfect over rice, noodles, or as a snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Marinating
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- ½ cup soy sauce (regular or low sodium)
- ½ cup water
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sugar or honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 red chili or jalapeño, sliced (optional)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently add eggs and boil for 6–7 minutes for jammy yolks.
- Transfer eggs immediately to an ice bath and cool for 5–10 minutes. Peel carefully.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, water, sesame oil, sugar or honey, garlic, green onions, and chili slices.
- Place peeled eggs in an airtight container and pour marinade over until fully submerged.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and serve over rice, noodles, or enjoy as-is.
Notes
- Store in the refrigerator.
- Best enjoyed after marinating overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
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