Addictive Mayak Eggs
Addictive Mayak Eggs are savory Korean soy-marinated eggs that elevate any meal with their rich umami flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 240 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Boil the eggs by placing them in a pot filled with water, bringing it to a boil, and cooking for 7-8 minutes for hard-boiled eggs.
- Cool and place the eggs in a bowl of ice water to cool quickly before carefully peeling them.
- Mix the marinade by combining soy sauce, minced garlic, sugar, and water in a bowl and stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Marinate the peeled eggs by placing them in a clean jar and pouring the marinade over them, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Add chopped green onions into the jar with the eggs.
- Refrigerate and let the eggs marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Serve the marinated eggs as a snack or in dishes like sandwiches or bibimbap.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute low-sodium soy sauce. Fresh garlic provides the best flavor and adjust the green onion to your preference.