Japanese Soy Marinated Soft Boiled Egg

Japanese cuisine is known for its delicate flavors and intricate preparation methods. One dish that perfectly embodies this is the Japanese soy marinated soft-boiled egg. I love making this soft-boiled egg because it can be served as a side dish or as a topping for rice bowls, or even just as a quick breakfast. The combination of the creamy yolk and the savory soy sauce marinade creates a delicious and satisfying flavor that is sure to impress.

Plus it’s super easy to make and it won’t take more than 15 minutes! In this post, I am going to show you how I make my soy-marinated soft-boiled eggs!

Ingredients You Need to Make Marinated Soft-Boiled Eggs

To make this dish, you will just need a few simple ingredients. The most important ingredient is the eggs, which should be soft-boiled to perfection. The key to achieving the perfect soft-boiled egg is to use the freshest eggs possible. Fresh eggs will have a more defined white and a creamier yolk, which will give the dish a better texture and flavor. You will also need garlic, honey, soy sauce, and mirin. Mirin is a sweet rice wine that is used in many Japanese dishes. These ingredients are all readily available at most grocery stores.

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How to Make Perfect Soy-marinated Soft-Boiled Eggs

The first step in making this dish is to soft-boil the eggs. To do this, bring a pot of water to a boil and gently lower the eggs into the water. Let the eggs cook for 6 minutes, then remove them from the pot and place them in a bowl of iced water. This step is important because it makes it easier to peel the eggs without damaging the yolks.

Know the Levels of Doness of Eggs

• 2-3 minutes: The whites will be set, but the yolks will be runny. This is called “coddled” eggs.
• 4 minutes: The whites will be set and the yolks will be slightly runny. This is the traditional Japanese style of soft-boiled egg.
• 5-6 minutes: The whites will be set and the yolks will be semi-solid. This is a more westernized version of the soft-boiled egg.
• 7 minutes: The whites and yolks will be fully set and the eggs will be cooked through. This is known as a “hard-boiled” egg.

Here are some tips for making the perfect soft-boiled eggs:

• Start with room-temperature eggs. This will prevent the eggs from cracking when you add them to the boiling water.
• Use a timer. Soft-boiled eggs are cooked for a specific amount of time, so it’s important to use a timer to ensure that the eggs are not overcooked.
• Use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs from the boiling water. This will prevent the eggs from cracking and will also help to drain off any excess water.
• Ice bath the cooked eggs. This will help you peel off the eggshell easily.

While the eggs are cooling, you can prepare the marinade. Mince the garlic and mix it with the soy sauce, mirin, and honey in a tupperware container. Once the eggs are cool, peel off the shells and add them to the marinade. Let the eggs marinate in the mixture for at least 6 hours, or overnight for the best flavor.

Serving

When you’re ready to eat, remove the eggs from the marinade and slice them in half. The yolk should be creamy and the soy marinade should have infused the eggs with a rich and savory flavor. These marinated eggs can be eaten as a side dish or as a topping for rice bowls. They can also be added to noodle dishes, soups, or salads for an added burst of flavor.

That is how easy it is to make the delicious Japanese soy marinated soft-boiled eggs and it’s packed with flavor. Remember, the key is to get the eggs soft-boiled to perfection and let them marinate for long enough to infuse the eggs with the flavorful marinade. Following the tips and tricks mentioned in this article will help you achieve the perfect soft-boiled egg. This dish is a great way to add a touch of Japanese cuisine to your meals and it’s sure to impress your friends and family.

Print Recipe

Japanese Soy Marinated Soft-Boiled Egg

Savory marinated eggs with runny creamy youk. Serve as a side dish or ramen and rice topping.

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time6 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Asian, Japanese

Keyword: Soft boiled eggs, Soy marinted eggs

Servings: 2

Calories: 312kcal

Author: Chefpangcake

Ingredients

• 1 clove Garlic
• 4 Eggs
• 1/4 cup Mirin
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 1/2 cup Soy sauce

Instructions

• Bring a pot of water to a boil and gently lower the eggs into the water.
• Let the eggs cook for 6 minutes, then remove them from the pot and place them in a bowl of ice water.
• While the eggs are cooling, mince the garlic and mix it with soy sauce, honey, and minrin in a tupperware.
• Once the eggs are cool, remove the shells and add the eggs to the marinade.
• Let the eggs sit in the marinade for at least 6 hours for best flavor. Keep refridgrated.