Mayak Eggs - Korean Marinated Eggs
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
cold or room temperature
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
for peeling eggs
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 1 Tablespoon dark soy; substitute with soy sauce)
(optional
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup sugar
See Note 1
- 2 cloves garlic
minced
- 3 stalks scallions
chopped
- 3 peppers
red or green; sliced
- 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds
Directions
- 1
Make marinade: Mix all the marinade ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
- 2
Soft boiled eggs: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add vinegar for easier peeling, then gently lower each egg into the pot. Set a timer for 6 minutes for room temperature eggs or 7 minutes for cold eggs. See Note 2.Stir the eggs in one direction for the first 30 seconds for an even cross section.
- 3
Peel eggs: After timer is up, place the eggs in an ice bath to stop cooking. Once cooled, crack the shell all over and carefully peel by inserting a spoon between the egg and shell.
- 4
Marinate eggs: Add the eggs in a container and pour the marinade on top. For best flavor, let it marinate overnight in the fridge.
- 5
Serve: To serve, cut each egg in half and drizzle toasted sesame oil on top before enjoying.
Mayak Eggs - Korean Marinated Eggs
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About this Recipe
Craving those intensely flavorful, perfectly jammy eggs you find in Korean banchan? This recipe for Mayak Eggs brings the vibrant taste of Korean marinated eggs right to your kitchen, transforming simple soft-boiled eggs into a savory sensation.
The magic of these Mayak Eggs lies in their deeply savory, slightly sweet, and tangy marinade. It features a harmonious blend of soy sauce, aromatic garlic, fresh scallions, and a hint of sesame oil, creating an addictive flavor that infuses every bite of the soft-boiled egg. The addition of fresh peppers brings a delightful pop of color and a subtle freshness.
Prepare for a taste sensation: perfectly soft-boiled eggs with yolks that are just custardy, enveloped in a rich, umami-packed marinade. You'll find a delightful contrast between the silky egg and the crisp bite of fresh peppers and scallions. The marinade itself is brightened by the soy, subtly sweetened by sugar, and rounded out with fragrant sesame seeds, making each egg a miniature explosion of flavor. These eggs are known for their addictive quality, hence their playful name, often translated as "drug eggs" in Korean.
Customization & Serving Suggestions
Feel free to adjust the heat level of your Mayak Eggs by choosing red or green peppers according to your preference. If you don't have dark soy, simply use regular soy sauce; the flavor will still be fantastic and deeply savory. Don't forget the sesame seeds for that authentic nutty finish.
These versatile Mayak Eggs are perfect as a savory snack any time of day, a delicious banchan (side dish) with any Korean meal, or simply served over a bowl of steaming white rice for a quick and satisfying lunch.