Addictive Marinated Eggs (Mayak Gyeranjang)
Addictive Marinated Eggs (Mayak Gyeranjang)
Super Easy Mayak Gyeranjang Recipe!
This recipe is incredibly simple to make with minimal ingredients, yet delivers an unbelievably delicious taste. These ‘Mayak Gyeranjang’ (addictive marinated eggs) are a guaranteed hit, perfect for elevating your rice bowls and making you crave more.
Main Ingredients- 12 large eggs
Flavorful Marinade Ingredients- 150ml soy sauce
- 150ml water
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (standard Korean paper cup)
- 1 medium onion
- A few chili peppers (e.g., Cheongyang or red chili for spice)
- 3 stalks green onions (scallions)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 150ml soy sauce
- 150ml water
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (standard Korean paper cup)
- 1 medium onion
- A few chili peppers (e.g., Cheongyang or red chili for spice)
- 3 stalks green onions (scallions)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the base for our addictive marinade. Measure out 150ml of soy sauce, 3/4 cup of granulated sugar (this is using a standard Korean paper cup, filled to the brim), and 150ml of water.
Step 2
Next, we’ll prepare the aromatic additions. Peel the onion and dice it into small, bite-sized pieces. Wash the green onions and chop them finely. If you like a bit of heat, finely chop a few chili peppers (like Cheongyang or red chilies). Also, have 1 Tbsp of minced garlic and 1 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds ready.
Step 3
Combine all the prepared marinade ingredients in a large bowl or pot. Stir thoroughly, ensuring the sugar dissolves completely. Gently heating the mixture can help the sugar dissolve faster, but it’s not strictly necessary if you stir well. A well-dissolved marinade is key to flavorful eggs.
Step 4
Here’s a handy trick for easy egg peeling: After boiling the eggs, gently tap them on a hard surface to create fine cracks all over the shell. Then, immerse them in cold water for about 5-10 minutes. This process loosens the membrane, allowing the shells to peel off smoothly and cleanly. Adding a splash of vinegar and a pinch of salt to the boiling water can also help prevent the eggs from cracking and make them easier to peel.
Step 5
Carefully place the peeled, hard-boiled eggs into the prepared marinade. Ensure the eggs are submerged in the liquid as much as possible.
Step 6
Gently tilt the container or stir the eggs to ensure they are evenly coated with the marinade. Allowing the marinade to penetrate all sides of the egg is crucial for the best flavor.
Step 7
Transfer the eggs and marinade to an airtight container, or simply cover the pot you used for the marinade. Refrigerate for at least one night (or about 8 hours) to allow the flavors to meld. The longer they marinate, the more flavorful they become.
Step 8
The next day, take out the marinated eggs and slice one in half. Admire the beautifully soft, jammy yolk – a sign of a perfectly marinated egg!
Step 9
You can adjust the yolk’s consistency by changing the boiling time. For a soft-boiled yolk, boil the eggs for 8 minutes. For a fully cooked, firm yolk, boil for 10 minutes. This recipe assumes eggs boiled to this point.
Step 10
Serve these delightful Mayak Gyeranjang over a bowl of warm rice. Drizzle some of the flavorful marinade over the rice and top with the eggs and onions. This combination is so delicious, it’s known as a ‘rice thief’ because you’ll find yourself finishing your rice in no time!
