Description
Mayak eggs are soft-boiled eggs marinated in a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy soy-based sauce that’s so addictive they’re nicknamed “drug eggs.”
Ingredients
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- 6 eggs
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tablespoon ginger, grated or minced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (or other sweetener)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1 red chili, finely chopped (keep the seeds for extra spice)
- Optional: additional green onions for topping
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, water, onion, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, green onion, sesame seeds, and chili. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Place the cooked, peeled eggs (see cooking instructions for the eggs below) into a container and pour the marinade over them. If they aren’t fully submerged, rotate the eggs after about 6 hours to ensure the marinade coats the entire egg.
- Cover and refrigerate, ideally overnight, for the best flavor. Enjoy the eggs halved or whole over warm rice, noodles, or as a savory snack.
Air Fryer Method:
- Place eggs in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 300°F (149°C) for 8 minutes.
- Immediately transfer eggs to an ice water bath to stop cooking. Peel once cooled, keeping them in the water while peeling for easier shells removal.
Boiling Method:
- Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer. Carefully lower in the eggs and cook for 6 ½ minutes for soft-boiled (or slightly longer for firmer yolks).
- Immediately transfer eggs to an ice water bath to stop cooking. Peel once cooled, keeping them in the water while peeling for easier shells removal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 eggs