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Viral Mayak Gyeran: Addictive Korean Marinated Eggs

Two halves of soft-boiled marinated eggs with runny yolks, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
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Make the highly popular Korean Marinated Eggs, known as Mayak Gyeran or ‘Drug Eggs,’ at home. These soft-boiled eggs feature jammy yolks soaked in a savory, sweet, and garlicky soy sauce marinade. They are perfect as a high-protein snack, a side dish (banchan), or a topping for rice and ramen.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)

Instructions

  1. Gently place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Once boiling, immediately turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let the eggs sit for exactly 6 minutes for jammy yolks.
  3. Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice and cold water. Immediately transfer the eggs to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely, about 10 minutes.
  4. Carefully peel the cooled eggs. Set aside.
  5. Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl or a sealable container, whisk together the soy sauce, water, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, chopped onion, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until the sugar dissolves.
  6. Gently place the peeled eggs into the marinade. Ensure they are fully submerged. If necessary, use a small plate or plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to keep them covered.
  7. Cover the container and refrigerate. Marinate the eggs for a minimum of 6 hours, but preferably overnight for the best flavor absorption.
  8. When ready to serve, remove the marinated eggs from the liquid. Slice them in half lengthwise.
  9. Garnish with fresh chopped green onion and sesame seeds. Drizzle a small amount of the reserved marinade over the eggs before serving.

Notes

  • For the best jammy texture, do not overcook the eggs past the 6-minute mark.
  • The longer you marinate these soy sauce eggs, the deeper the flavor becomes. They are excellent for meal prep and last up to one week in the refrigerator.
  • Save the leftover marinade to use as a flavorful sauce for rice bowls or stir-fries.

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