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Two halves of Soy Sauce Boiled Eggs showing a bright orange, jammy yolk, seasoned with spices.

Soy Sauce Boiled Eggs

These Soy Sauce Boiled Eggs absorb savory flavor during marination. This recipe is good for meal preparation and fans of Asian-inspired food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Marinating Time (Minimum) 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 17 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 eggs

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • Bowl or container for marinating

Ingredients
  

  • 4 soft-boiled eggs

Marinade

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce low sodium
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

Instructions
 

  • Soft-boil the eggs, then peel them while they are still warm.
  • Mix the soy sauce, water, and sesame oil together in a bowl or container.
  • Place the peeled eggs into the marinade, making sure they are fully covered.
  • Refrigerate the eggs for 4 to 8 hours. Letting the eggs marinate properly was key to consistent flavor in every test batch.
  • Slice the marinated eggs and serve them.

Notes

By Emily Mitchell, Efficiency & Testing Coordinator at Recipes by Betty.
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