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Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)

by Elle | Cookerru March 2, 2021
March 2, 2021
Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)

These Mayak eggs call for simple ingredients to make the most flavorful batch of eggs ever! These soft & jammy eggs are soaked in a delicious marinade overnight to create a wonderful burst of flavor in every bite. Make your own batch today with this quick & easy recipe!

What are Mayak Eggs?

“Mayak Gyeran” (๋งˆ์•ฝ๊ณ„๋ž€), which is the Korean name of this dish, translates to “drug eggs” to signify the incredibly delicious and addictive taste of these eggs, as its alluring flavor is guaranteed to have you craving for more.  

Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)Soy-marinated eggs have always been my weakness, but this recipe, in particular, is hands down one of my favorite banchan (Korean side dishes) to make as it is suitable for any time of the day. 

The beauty of this dish also lies in its versatility, as it can be used as an excellent garnish to heighten the flavors of any dish that you prefer. They also make for an incredible substitute for ramen eggs which contain similar flavor notes. 

The key to this recipe is the sweet and salty sauce that’s complemented with a touch of garlic, as well as the nutty aromas from the sesame oil and seeds.

This flavorful sauce is completed with finely diced onion, green onion, and hot peppers, which add an extra kick in flavor and texture to the overall marinade. 

Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)Served over a bowl of rice or noodles, these eggs make for an entirely satisfying meal on their own, which makes the dish to be an absolute staple to have in my fridge. 

Essential tips for perfecting your Mayak Eggs

Although the preparation process is simple for these eggs, there are a few key tips to make the perfect batch of Mayak Eggs on your first session. 

How to make perfect jammy eggs every time

  • Use room-temperature eggs if possible. About 30 minutes before cooking, take out the eggs from your fridge to prepare them for boiling.
  • This will ensure the eggs are thoroughly cooked while maintaining that soft jammy texture while also preventing any cracks which is often caused by a rapid change of temperature. 
  • To make foolproof soft-boiled eggs, make sure to add vinegar and salt to your boiling water, while also ensuring the pot is filled with enough water to fully submerge the eggs.
    • Adding vinegar and salt will make it easier for the eggs to peel, especially when the eggs are soft inside, it makes the process much more seamless.
  • When the water comes to a boil, lower the heat to a simmer and gently place the eggs, one at a time. Boil for exactly 6 minutes for large-sized eggs.
  • To achieve the perfect cross-section, stir the eggs around in the pot for about 30 seconds in one direction, to ensure the yolk sets in the middle.
  • Prepare a bucket of ice water before the eggs finish cooking, to immediately submerge them to cool when your timer goes off.

Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)How to peel jammy eggs without breaking them

  • Ensure the eggs are completely cooled before peeling, for at least 15 minutes. The ice bath will cause the egg to contract and pull away from the shell, which will make the peeling process a lot easier.
  • To peel the eggs without any scratches or cracks, work slowly with each egg.
    • The first step is to gently tap and crack the entire surface of the egg, and proceeding to gently peel off a small portion of the eggshell and its thin layer of the membrane.
    • Once a small portion is peeled off, I use a small teaspoon to gently peel off the rest of the eggshell. Perfect soft-boiled eggs require a bit of patience, but definitely worth the effort!
  • Marinate the eggs overnight for the extra burst of flavor. Properly stored, these eggs are good for 3-4 days in the fridge, although I personally prefer them the next day.
    • As the eggs marinate over time, they will soak up more flavor.

How do you serve Mayak Eggs?

My favorite way to serve this is on top of freshly cooked rice, in which I add some chopped green onions, sesame seeds, dried seaweed flakes, and a drizzle of sesame oil on top.

It makes for an excellent garnish over a bowl of noodles (soba, ramen, udon, etc) as well, or any dish that you prefer. 

What can I do with the leftover marinade?

Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)Although it is possible to reuse the marinade to make another batch of eggs, the flavors and texture of the second batch may not be as ideal. It will also go bad a lot faster than the first batch. 

Instead, the leftover marinade can be used as an excellent garnish to heighten the flavors of any dish that you prefer. They also make for an incredible substitute for ramen eggs which contain similar flavor notes. 

For detailed visual instructions, please refer to the video tutorial above (you will need to disable AdBlock if you are on your computer!).

I hope you enjoy this easy and delicious recipe, and please leave me a comment below or message me on Instagram if you have any questions!

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Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)
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Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)

These Mayak eggs call for simple ingredients to make the most flavorful batch of eggs ever! These soft & jammy eggs are soaked in a delicious marinade overnight to create a wonderful burst of flavor in every bite. Make your own batch today with this quick & easy recipe!
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: banchan, eggs, korean side dish, marinated eggs, soft boiled eggs, soy sauce
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 182kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • green onions, sesame seeds, dried seaweed flakes, sesame oil for garnish

Marinade

  • 100 ml soy sauce
  • 100 ml honey, oligo syrup, corn syrup, or sugar
  • 100 ml water
  • 1/4 medium onion diced
  • 1 green onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 each red, green chili pepper diced, optional but highly recommended
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, add all marinade ingredients and mix to combine.
  • Add vinegar and salt to a pot of boiling water. Reduce the heat and gently place each egg into the water. Simmer for 6 minutes (or 10 minutes for hard-boiled eggs). Prepare a large bowl of ice water.
  • When the timer goes off, immediately transfer the eggs to the ice water bath. Allow the eggs to cool completely, for at least 5-10 minutes.
  • Gently peel the eggs (detailed tips above) and place them in a container. Pour the marinade on top, cover, and store in the refrigerator overnight, or at least 6 hours.
  • To serve, place the egg over a bed of rice, and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, dried seaweed flakes, and/or sesame oil to taste. It makes for an excellent garnish over a bowl of noodles as well. Enjoy!

Notes

These marinated eggs will last about 3-4 days in the fridge.
Any leftover marinade can be used for stir-frying vegetables, meats, or noodles. The sauce is very versatile, so you can definitely put it to add flavor to your other dishes.ย 
For a visual reference, please refer to the video tutorial above (you will need to disable AdBlock if you are on your computer!)
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23 comments

Josh May 27, 2020 - 5:28 pm

5 stars
Sounds amazing, am planning on making it! I took a screen shot of the recipe, and noticed you might have missed vinegar in the ingredients list, hope I don’t sound too pedantic!

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Elle | Cookerru May 27, 2020 - 7:28 pm

Hey Josh, the salt and vinegar are for the boiling water, so I wasn’t too sure whether to add them to the ingredient list. Your feedback is helpful though, I will be sure to add that in! Happy cooking!

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Alyssa May 27, 2020 - 9:54 pm

Hi! Do you have any ideas for how the leftover marinade can be used?

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Elle | Cookerru May 28, 2020 - 6:58 pm

Hi Alyssa, the marinade is delicious on its own to mix with some rice, but it also can be season your stir-fried vegetables, meats, or noodles! You can also use it for stir-frying tofu as well to add flavor. It’s such a versatile sauce, so you can definitely put it to use in your other dishes. Happy cooking!

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Anna November 23, 2020 - 3:14 pm

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Hi! Am I able to re-use the marinade to marinate more eggs? Or has it gone bad and not able to last another week?

Thanks!

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sodko May 28, 2020 - 12:35 am

Hi, can i use rice vinegar istead of white vinegar?

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Elle | Cookerru May 28, 2020 - 7:02 pm

Hi Sodko, I would recommend using plain white vinegar as the acidic components are diluted in rice vinegar, so it won’t work too well in making the peeling easier. It isn’t completely necessary to use but definitely will make the process more seamless. I hope that helps!

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Ashley July 25, 2020 - 11:56 am

5 stars
My family loves these eggs! They taste so so good over some noodles! Thank you for sharing this recipe ๐Ÿ™‚

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Elle | Cookerru July 30, 2020 - 2:24 pm

Absolutely love how versatile these eggs are as well! I serve it over rice, noodles, and tastes amazing over ramen too So happy you and your family enjoyed the recipe Ashley! แƒฆ

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Sara July 30, 2020 - 2:58 pm

Hi there! I never know what kind of red pepper and green pepper to buy. Can you specify the name?

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Elle | Cookerru August 2, 2020 - 11:05 am

Hi Sara! Any kind of chili pepper would do, but the traditional method is to use Cheongyang chili pepper that you will find in Korean grocery stores. I hope that helps!

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Grace September 10, 2020 - 9:47 am

5 stars
Today was the 5th time of making this and IT IS SO GOOD every single time. My family devours them so fast I’m thinking of making a bigger batch next time!!

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Elle | Cookerru September 18, 2020 - 6:15 pm

I am so thrilled to hear that Grace! Definitely double or triple the batch for next time! Haha!

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Andrea September 22, 2020 - 2:52 pm

5 stars
I’m Japanese so I usually marinate my jammy eggs in a shoyu-dashi-mirin sort of mixture (you know, the usual Japanese flavors) but this was a delightful change of pace! Thanks for the yummy idea!

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Elle | Cookerru October 6, 2020 - 12:01 pm

Amazing!! I like to switch the marinades up myself, both Japanese and Korean renditions are amazing to add to any dish! So happy you enjoyed it!

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Emily December 11, 2020 - 12:11 pm

5 stars
I swear I’ve made this over 10 times now and it comes out absolutely delicious every time. Thank you again and again for this recipe!

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Elle | Cookerru December 21, 2020 - 6:17 pm

It is my absolute pleasure! Thank you so much for sharing!!

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Robert December 19, 2020 - 5:51 pm

5 stars
These eggs are so addictive and they go well with literally everything!! The only change I made was more chili peppers for extra spice. The soy sauce mixture is just pure heavenly goodness. My tastebuds thank you!!

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Elle | Cookerru December 21, 2020 - 6:19 pm

The extra spice sounds fantastic! The chili peppers truly add incredible flavors to the marinade. Thanks so much for sharing your experience!

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Deborah January 6, 2021 - 3:53 pm

Hi! Is the 30 seconds of stirring the eggs included in the 6 min of boiling? Can’t wait to try! Looks amazing.

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Elle | Cookerru January 8, 2021 - 7:18 pm

Yes! The eggs are to be boiled for 6 minutes total!

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Leah February 11, 2021 - 3:22 pm

5 stars
I would give these an extra star if there was an option. You are so right by calling them “drug eggs”. Absolutely, hands down the best boiled eggs I have ever eaten!! I will always have these as a staple in my fridge. Sooooo good!

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Elle | Cookerru February 12, 2021 - 2:13 pm

Haha they truly do live up to their name!! I am so happy you enjoyed them, Leah! Thanks so much for sharing! x

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