Korean Mayak Eggs (Addictive Soft-Boiled Eggs) 🥚

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp mirin (optional, or honey)
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 green onion, chopped
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. Boil the eggs
   • Bring a pot of water to boil.
   • Gently add eggs and boil for 6–7 minutes for soft, jammy yolks.
   • Immediately transfer to ice water to stop cooking. Peel carefully.
2. Prepare the marinade
   • In a bowl, mix soy sauce, water, sugar, mirin, sesame oil, garlic, and chili flakes.
   • Stir until sugar dissolves.
3. Marinate eggs
   • Place peeled eggs in a container or ziplock bag.
   • Pour marinade over eggs.
   • Refrigerate at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
4. Serve
   • Slice in half and sprinkle with chopped green onions or sesame seeds.
   • Perfect as a snack, ramen topping, or side dish.