Spicy Korean Marinated Eggs
If you have never tried Korean marinated eggs, get ready to meet your new favorite way to eat eggs. These Spicy Korean Marinated Eggs, or Mayak Eggs, are soft-boiled with jammy yolks and soaked in a savory, spicy, and slightly sweet marinade that transforms them into something totally addictive. Mayak literally translates to “drug” in Korean slang—because they are just that addictive.
Spicy Korean Marinated Eggs
These eggs are the ultimate fridge staple. They are high in protein, quick to prep, and incredibly versatile. You can enjoy them as a snack right out of the jar, slice them over a warm bowl of rice or noodles, or add them to your lunchbox for a protein boost. Best of all, they get better the longer they marinate.
Ingredients Needed to Make Spicy Korean Marinated Eggs~
- 1 diced jalapeno
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp of gochujang paste
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of soy sauce
- 1 tsp of salt
- 1 tbsp of sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 2 tsp of sesame oil
- 8 eggs
Notes for Success~
✔️ Use a slotted spoon to gently transfer the eggs to avoid cracking the shells.
✔️ An ice bath immediately after boiling makes the eggs easier to peel and keeps the yolks perfectly jammy.
✔️ Use gochujang for that deep Korean spice and fermented flavor—available at most grocery stores or Asian markets.
✔️ Feel free to adjust the heat by adding more or less jalapeño or gochujang.
🍽️ How to Serve~
These Spicy Korean Marinated Eggs are a bold, umami-packed addition to so many meals. Here are a few of our favorite ways to enjoy them:
- As a Snack or Side: Slice and serve with steamed white rice and a sprinkle of furikake or sesame seeds.
- Over Noodles or Rice Bowls: Add to a hot bowl of ramen or bibimbap for protein and flavor.
- On Toast: Smash on a piece of sourdough or avocado toast for a Korean-inspired breakfast.
- For Meal Prep: Store in the fridge and enjoy throughout the week with your favorite grain bowl or salad.
Give my Spicy Korean Marinated Eggs a try and let me know how you serve yours in the comments!
Spicy Korean Marinated Eggs
Ingredients
- 8 eggs
- 1 diced jalapeño
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 tablespoon gochujang paste
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently lower in the eggs and boil for 6 to 7 minutes for soft-boiled with jammy centers. Transfer immediately to an ice bath to stop the cooking. Peel once cool.8 eggs
- Make the Marinade: In a medium Tupperware container or jar, mix the soy sauce, water, honey, gochujang, sesame oil, salt, garlic, jalapeño, green onions, and sesame seeds.1 diced jalapeño, 3 cloves garlic, 2 green onions, 1 tablespoon gochujang paste, 1/4 cup water, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, 1/4 cup honey, 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- Marinade: Place the peeled eggs in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, ideally overnight. The longer they marinate, the more flavor they absorb.
- Serve and Store: Remove eggs from the marinade as needed and slice in half to serve. Keep leftover eggs in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Notes
✔️ An ice bath immediately after boiling makes the eggs easier to peel and keeps the yolks perfectly jammy.
✔️ Use gochujang for that deep Korean spice and fermented flavor—available at most grocery stores or Asian markets.
✔️ Feel free to adjust the heat by adding more or less jalapeño or gochujang.
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