Momofuku's Soy Sauce Eggs | Genius Recipes

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

mirin

🥗Healthier: honey diluted with water

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Honey provides sweetness with fewer calories.

dashi

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Vegetable broth offers a lighter flavor.

Boil water in a pot.

Add eggs to boiling water and cook for 6-7 minutes for soft yolks.

Remove eggs and place them in an ice bath until cool.

Peel the eggs gently under running water.

In a bowl, combine soy sauce, warm water, sugar, and sherry vinegar.

Stir until sugar dissolves completely.

Place peeled eggs in a container and pour the marinade over them.

Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Remove eggs from marinade and slice in half before serving.

Garnish with flaky salt and black pepper if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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