Soft-Boiled Eggs Soy Marinade (Printable)
Soft-boiled eggs steeped in savory soy-mirin marinade for rich flavor and beautiful amber color.
# What You'll Need:
→ Eggs
01 - 4 large eggs
→ Marinade
02 - 1/2 cup soy sauce
03 - 1/2 cup water
04 - 1/4 cup mirin
05 - 1 tablespoon sugar
# How-To Steps:
01 - Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil.
02 - Gently lower the eggs into the boiling water using a spoon. Boil for exactly 7 minutes for slightly runny yolks.
03 - Prepare an ice bath. Immediately transfer the cooked eggs to the ice bath and let cool for 5 minutes.
04 - Carefully peel the cooled eggs, removing all shell fragments.
05 - In a zip-top bag or small container, combine soy sauce, water, mirin, and sugar. Mix until the sugar completely dissolves.
06 - Place the peeled eggs in the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, turning occasionally for even color.
07 - Remove eggs from the marinade, slice in half, and serve atop ramen or enjoy as a flavorful snack.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These jammy yolks become velvety treasures that elevate even the simplest instant ramen into restaurant quality comfort food
- The marinade works double duty, seasoning your eggs while creating a flavor boosting sauce you can use on everything from rice to roasted vegetables
02 -
- Timing everything precisely matters more than any other factor in this recipe
- The ice bath stops cooking instantly, so have it ready before you start boiling
03 -
- Use oldest eggs in your carton since they peel more cleanly than fresh ones
- Rotate the eggs halfway through marinating for even coloration on all sides