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Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Soft-Boiled Eggs) Recipe

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Mayak Eggs are a popular Korean appetizer featuring soft-boiled eggs marinated overnight in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, honey, garlic, and chili peppers. The eggs absorb the savory and mildly sweet marinade, offering a rich umami taste perfect for enjoying with rice or as a tasty snack.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 12 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings

Ingredients

Eggs

  • 6 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar

Marinade

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 small yellow onion, diced (about 1/4 cup)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 stalks scallions, minced
  • 1 Korean red pepper, sliced
  • 1 serrano pepper, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Soft boil the eggs: In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil with salt and vinegar. Using a spider strainer or slotted spoon, carefully lower the eggs into the water, ensuring they are fully submerged. Simmer the eggs over medium heat for 6 minutes if they are at room temperature, or 7 minutes if refrigerated, maintaining a gentle boil.
  2. Chill the eggs: Remove the eggs from boiling water and immediately place them in an ice water bath for 10 minutes or until fully cooled. Once cooled, gently peel the eggs, taking care not to tear the whites.
  3. Make the marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, water, honey, diced onion, minced garlic, minced scallions, sliced Korean red pepper, sliced serrano pepper, and toasted sesame seeds. Stir well to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
  4. Marinate overnight: Place the peeled eggs in an airtight container and pour the marinade over them, ensuring the eggs are fully submerged. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the flavors to penetrate. The marinated eggs can be stored in the fridge for up to one week.
  5. Serve: Enjoy the marinated Mayak Eggs alongside freshly cooked rice. Spoon some of the flavorful marinade over the eggs and drizzle with sesame oil if desired for an extra layer of aroma and taste.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for more accurate soft boiling times.
  • The vinegar in boiling water helps prevent egg cracking and makes peeling easier.
  • The marinade can be customized by adjusting the amount of chili peppers for more or less heat.
  • Store leftover marinated eggs in an airtight container refrigerated for up to one week.
  • Mayak Eggs are excellent served cold or at room temperature.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Korean

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/mayak-eggs-korean-marinated-soft-boiled-eggs-recipe/