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Addictive Mayak Eggs

Addictive Mayak Eggs: Your New Favorite Korean Snack

Addictive Mayak Eggs are a delightful Korean snack that combines sweet, salty, and umami flavors, transforming ordinary eggs into something extraordinary.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 37 minutes
Servings: 4 eggs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 4 large Eggs Choose fresh eggs for the best flavor and texture.
  • 1 cup Cold Water Use to boil the eggs gently without cracking.
  • 1 cup Ice Essential for the ice bath.
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Key ingredient for umami depth; low-sodium can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Water Dilutes the soy sauce.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Adds a zesty tang; apple cider vinegar can substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Offers hint of sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Optional for extra sweetness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic is best.
  • 1 small Chili Sliced; adjust seeds depending on spice preference.
  • 2 stalks Scallions Chopped; chives can be a good alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Brings a nutty crunch.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Enhances richness; olive oil can be a lighter option.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large Bowl
  • Slotted spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • sterilized jar or container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a medium saucepan with cold water, bringing it to a rolling boil. Gently lower in the large eggs and cook for 7 minutes.
  2. Prepare an ice bath with ice and cold water. Transfer the eggs to the ice bath for at least 5 minutes after cooking.
  3. Tap each cooled egg on a hard surface to crack the shell. Peel the eggs under running water.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and honey until dissolved. Add in garlic, chili, scallions, sesame seeds, and sesame oil.
  5. Place peeled eggs in a sterilized jar and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they’re fully submerged.
  6. Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
  7. Remove the eggs from the marinade and slice in half. Drizzle with extra marinade and sprinkle sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 270IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh eggs, marinate overnight, and ensure eggs are fully submerged in the marinade for maximum flavor absorption.

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