Description
Savory, slightly sweet, and perfectly jammy in the center, these Korean Marinated Eggs (Mayak Gyeran) are an umami-rich delight you’ll want to eat every week. Infused with garlic, chili, soy sauce, and honey, they’re ideal over a bowl of rice, in ramen, or enjoyed on their own as a protein-packed snack.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Eggs:
- 12 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons salt (for boiling water)
- 2 tablespoons vinegar (for boiling water)
For the Marinade:
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Korean green peppers, chopped
- 1 red chili (optional), chopped
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional, for flavor finish)
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs:
Fill a large pot with water and add salt and vinegar.
Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Gently lower in the eggs and boil for exactly 6 minutes.
Immediately transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water.
Let rest for 10 minutes before peeling. - Prepare the Marinade:
In a mixing bowl or airtight container, combine garlic, green peppers, red chili, green onions, sesame seeds, soy sauce, honey, water, and sesame oil.
Mix well until fully incorporated. - Marinate the Eggs:
Carefully peel the eggs.
Place them into the marinade, ensuring they’re fully submerged.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours overnight for best flavor. - Serve:
Slice in half or serve whole over warm rice.
Garnish with extra green onions or a drizzle of sesame oil if desired.
Notes
- Stick to a 6-minute boil for soft, jammy yolks.
- Use fresh garlic and chilis for authentic, bold flavor.
- Add extra water or reduce honey for a less sweet marinade.
- Enjoy within 4–5 days for peak freshness.
- Perfect for meal prep store in the fridge and add to rice bowls, ramen, or toast!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- chilling time: 2 hours to overnight
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling & Marinating
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 marinated eggs
- Calories: ~120 kcal
- Sugar: ~5g
- Sodium: ~380mg
- Fat: ~7g
- Saturated Fat: ~1.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~7g
- Fiber: ~0g
- Protein: ~7g
- Cholesterol: ~185mg
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