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Mayak Eggs (Korean Soy Marinated Eggs)

Soft-boiled jammy eggs marinated in a savory Korean soy garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 6 eggs
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Eggs
  • 6 eggs large
Marinade
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic chopped
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 red chili optional
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds toasted

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Container with lid
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

  1. Boil eggs for 6-7 minutes.
  2. Transfer to ice bath and cool.
  3. Peel eggs carefully.
  4. Mix marinade ingredients.
  5. Submerge eggs in marinade.
  6. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Slice and serve with extra marinade.

Notes

Marinate overnight for stronger flavor. Best consumed within 3 days.