Description
Learn how to make super easy ramen eggs with this simple recipe. These marinated eggs are perfect for adding flavor to ramen bowls or enjoying as a snack.
Ingredients
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For the marinade:
- 3 slices ginger
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1.5 cups water
For boiling the eggs:
- 6 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- 4 cups water
To cool the eggs:
- 3–4 cups ice water
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: Peel and slice the ginger, smash or slice the garlic. Combine them with soy sauce, mirin, and sugar in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, add water, strain out ginger and garlic, and set aside to cool.
- Boil the eggs: Bring water and vinegar to a boil. Lower eggs into the water and simmer for 7 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath for 8-10 minutes. Peel the eggs.
- Marinate the eggs: Place boiled eggs in a glass container, cover with the soy sauce mixture, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours up to 3 days before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the marinating time for stronger flavor.
- These eggs are great for adding to ramen or enjoying on their own.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Snack
- Method: Boiling, Marinating
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: Ramen eggs, marinated eggs, Japanese eggs, easy recipe
