Mayak Eggs: The Best Korean Marinated Eggs You’ll Love
Mayak Eggs are a delicious and addictive Korean side dish made from boiled eggs marinated in a flavorful soy sauce mixture, offering a perfect blend of taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 17 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, chopped
Instructions
- Boil the eggs for about 7 minutes for a soft-boiled texture, then transfer them to an ice bath to cool.
- Once cooled, peel the eggs carefully.
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, water, sugar, minced garlic, and sesame oil to make the marinade.
- Place the peeled eggs in a container and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Refrigerate the eggs for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
- Before serving, sprinkle with chopped green onions for garnish.
Notes
- These eggs can be used as a topping for rice or noodles to enhance your meals.
- Adjust the sweetness of the marinade by altering the sugar content to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: Mayak Eggs, Korean Marinated Eggs, Korean Cuisine, Side Dish