From savoury soy-garlic and umami-rich Korean to fiery chilli oil and tangy pickled, marinated eggs are one of the simplest ways to transform a pantry staple into something extraordinary. The method is the same across all six variations: soft-boil eggs for 5 minutes, peel while still warm, then submerge in your chosen marinade for at least 4 hours or overnight for deeper colour and flavour. Keep refrigerated for up to 5 days. Serve sliced over rice bowls, ramen, salads or toast, or enjoy straight from the jar. No judgement.
SOY GARLIC EGGS
• ½ cup soy sauce
• ½ cup water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
CHINESE TEA EGGS
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 black teabag
• 1 star anise
• 1 teaspoon sugar
KOREAN EGGS
• ½ cup soy sauce
• ½ cup water
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
• 1 chilli, chopped
CHILLI OIL EGGS
• 3 tablespoons chilli oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
SPICY EGGS
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons water
PICKLED EGGS
• 1 cup vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
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