Easy Homemade Ajitama (soy sauce eggs)
Take your ramen to the next level is the humble yet flavorful Ajitama or soy sauce eggs. These delectable marinated eggs are a game-changer with their runny yolks and umami-rich soy sauce flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 6 cups water (for eggs)
optional toppings like sesame seeds, scallions, or chili flakes
Instructions
- Start by boiling water over high heat.
- Once it boils, add the eggs and set a timer for 6 minutes.
- Fill a bowl with cold water and ice cubes and place the eggs for at least 5 minutes. After 6 minutes, immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process
- After the eggs have cooled in the ice bath, gently crack the shells all over by rolling them on a countertop. Then, peel the eggs carefully.
- Mix soy sauce, mirin, water, and sugar in a saucepan and boil over medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves.
- Place the peeled eggs in a container with a lid or a Ziploc bag and pour the marinade over them (Make sure the eggs are fully submerged in the marinade).
- Seal the container or bag and refrigerate it for at least 12 hours or marinate for the best results for at least three days. The longer you marinate them, the more flavorful they'll become.
- Once your Ajitama eggs have marinated to your liking, it's time to serve them. Slice them in half and place them atop a steaming bowl of ramen. Or eat them over rice. For added flavor, you can also sprinkle some sesame seeds, chopped scallions, or chili flakes.
Notes
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