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Savory Soy Sauce Marinated Eggs Recipe with Creamy Custard Yolks Easy and Perfect

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These savory soy sauce marinated eggs feature creamy custard yolks and a perfectly balanced sweet-salty marinade. Easy to prepare and ideal for snacks, ramen bowls, or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, preferably fresh
  • ½ cup (120 ml) soy sauce, regular or low sodium
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1-inch piece ginger, sliced thin
  • 2 stalks green onions, cut into chunks
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • Optional extras: chili flakes or fresh chili slices, star anise or cinnamon stick

Instructions

  1. Place 6 large eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by about 1 inch (2.5 cm).
  2. Bring water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium and cook for exactly 6 minutes 30 seconds for perfect custard yolks.
  3. Immediately transfer eggs to a large bowl filled with ice water to stop cooking. Let them cool for at least 5 minutes.
  4. Gently tap each egg on a hard surface and peel under running water to remove shells without damaging the whites.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, water, sugar, smashed garlic cloves, sliced ginger, and green onion chunks. Add sesame oil if using.
  6. Place peeled eggs in a jar or airtight container and pour marinade over them, ensuring eggs are fully submerged. Seal the container.
  7. Refrigerate and let eggs marinate for at least 6 hours, ideally overnight, for full flavor absorption.
  8. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise and serve. The yolks should be creamy and custard-like, perfectly balanced with the savory marinade.

Notes

Boil eggs for exactly 6 minutes 30 seconds for creamy custard yolks. Shock eggs in ice water immediately after boiling to stop cooking and ease peeling. Marinate eggs at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, but not more than 24 hours to avoid overly salty or dark eggs. Rinse eggs lightly if marinade is too salty before serving. Use tamari for gluten-free option. Avoid microwaving to reheat; warm gently to keep yolks creamy.

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Keywords: soy sauce eggs, marinated eggs, custard yolk eggs, ramen eggs, savory eggs, easy egg recipe, soy marinade

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