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Mayak Eggs (Korean Marinated Eggs)

"Mayak" translates to "narcotic" or "addictive" in Korean, and these eggs are named as such because they are incredibly addictive and flavorful. Mayak Egg is a popular Korean street food and appetizer. Great with Fried Rice and Ramen!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 8 eggs
  • Ice cubes and water in a bowl

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp green onion sliced
  • 1 tsp chopped garlic
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sesame

Instructions
 

  • Bring the water to a boil over high heat in a saucepan. Add cold eggs into the sauce pan, and boil for 6 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, Prepare ice cubes and water in a medium bowl.
  • Combine green onion, chopped garlic, soy sauce, water, sugar, sesame oil, and sesame seed into a container, and mix well.
  • Let the eggs marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to develop.
  • You can drizzle some of the reserved marinade on top or serve it on the side for dipping.