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Ramen Eggs

Irresistible Ramen Eggs: Perfect Your Umami Game at Home

These Ramen Eggs are marinated to perfection, adding umami flavors to your meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Marinating Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 21 minutes
Servings: 4 eggs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 4 large Large Eggs Cook for 6 minutes for a jammy yolk.
  • 1 tbsp Vinegar Optional; aids in peeling.
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Opt for light sodium for a milder taste.
  • 1/2 cup Water No substitutions required.
  • 1 tbsp Mirin Mix 1 tbsp of sake with 1 tsp of sugar if out of mirin.
  • 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar No substitutions required.

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Slotted spoon
  • Shallow Marinating Container

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions for Ramen Eggs
  1. Fill a medium pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. Lower in the large eggs using a slotted spoon and cook for exactly 6 minutes.
  2. Transfer the eggs to an ice water bath for about 15 minutes.
  3. Combine soy sauce, water, mirin, and sugar in a mixing bowl and stir until dissolved. Pour into a shallow marinating container.
  4. Gently peel the cooled eggs and place them in the marinade, ensuring they are submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  5. Remove Ramen Eggs from the marinade and enjoy chilled or warm, sliced and served atop ramen.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 440mgPotassium: 63mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 270IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.9mg

Notes

Consume marinated eggs within three days for the best texture.

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