Korean Marinated Eggs (Mayak Gyeran)

Steps

1. 1

   Bring a pot of water to a boil. Carefully lower the eggs into the boiling water and cook for exactly 6 minutes for a jammy yolk.

   Start 6-minute timer
2. 2

   While the eggs boil, prepare a bowl with ice and cold water.

3. 3

   Once the 6 minutes are up, immediately transfer the eggs to the ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely.

   Start 6-minute timer
4. 4

   Carefully peel the cooled eggs and set them aside in a container or bowl.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl or the storage container, combine the diced onion, chopped scallions, minced garlic, sliced red chili, and Korean chili pepper.

6. 6

   Add the water, soy sauce, rice syrup, sesame oil, and sesame seeds to the aromatics. Whisk or stir until the syrup is fully incorporated.

7. 7

   Place the peeled eggs into the marinade, ensuring they are mostly submerged.

8. 8

   Cover the container and store in the refrigerator overnight (at least 6-12 hours) to allow the flavors to penetrate the eggs.

   Start 6-hour timer
9. 9

   The next day, serve the eggs over warm white rice. Drizzle extra marinade and aromatics over the rice before eating.