Korean Marinated Eggs Recipe – The Best Mayak Gyeran Delight
A flavorful and unique dish of marinated eggs that brings a delightful twist to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 12 hours 23 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, chopped
Instructions
- Boil the eggs for about 7-8 minutes, then cool them in ice water.
- Peel the eggs and set them aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, water, sugar, minced garlic, and sesame oil.
- Place the peeled eggs in a jar and pour the marinade over them.
- Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 12 hours for the best flavor.
- Garnish with chopped green onion before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, you can add red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- These eggs make a great topping for rice bowls or salads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: Korean Marinated Eggs, Mayak Gyeran, Egg Recipe