Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)

Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)

Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs) is a popular street food that can be enjoyed as a snack or as a meal. The combination of the savory flavors of marinated eggs and scallions make for a delicious and satisfying meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Course Lunch, Side Dish

Cuisine Korean

Servings eggs

Calories 138.6 kcal

Ingredients

Boiled Eggs

6 large eggs room temperature
2 tablespoon vinegar
2 teaspoons salt
5 cups water for boiling

Marinade

½ cup soy sauce
½ cup water
4 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
3 stalks green onion finely chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
3 pieces thai chili peppers chopped

Instructions

Bring enough water to cover 6 eggs in a pot. Add salt and vinegar and bring it to boil. Gently add the eggs to the boiling water and cook for 6 minutes.
Remove the eggs from the pot and transfer them to a bowl filled with ice water. Let it cool completely.
Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, water, honey, green onion, garlic, chili peppers and sesame seeds.
Once the eggs have cooled down, gently tap them against a hard surface to crack the shell and peel off the shell.
Pour the sauce over the eggs, making sure that they are fully covered. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the eggs to fully absorb the marinade.
Served over warm rice and enjoy!

Notes

Key Tips

- Cook egg just right, be careful not to overcook the eggs as this can result in a rubbery texture. Boil the eggs for 6 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.

- Cooling down the eggs helps to firm up the egg white and shrink it slightly away from the shell, making it easier to peel the eggs without breaking them.

- Marinate Mayak Eggs for 24 hours to fully absorb the flavors of the marinade and result in a more flavorful and delicious dish.

- It's important to use a resealable bag or deep container to marinate the eggs, as this will ensure that the eggs are fully coated in the marinade.

Nutrition

Calories: 138.6kcalCarbohydrates: 14.3gProtein: 8.8gFat: 5.5gSaturated Fat: 1.7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 1929.2mgPotassium: 148mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 12.2gVitamin A: 336IUVitamin C: 2.9mgCalcium: 54.2mgIron: 1.7mg

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