Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)
Serves 2
270 mins total
Mayak Eggs, or Mayak Gyeran, are a Korean banchan (side dish) of soft-boiled eggs marinated in a savory and umami-filled sauce. You can enjoy the eggs on its own or with a bowl of white rice!
Bring a pot of water to a boil over medium heat. The amount of water should be enough to cover the eggs completely. Once boiling, add eggs carefully with a spoon/ladle so the eggs doesn’t crack. Let it cook for 6 1/2 minutes.
Get your ice bath ready and once the eggs are cooked, immediately transfer the eggs into the ice bath and set aside for a few minutes.
Make the marinade by mixing all the ingredients above in a container to store the eggs. Peel the eggs gently and the eggs into the marinade.
Marinate for at least 4 hours in the fridge or for best results, overnight. Enjoy with white rice!
