Recipe
Ramen Eggs (Ajitama)
Serves
6-8
Total Time
12 hours, 26 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Marinate Time
12 hours
Cook Time
6 minutes
About
If you’ve ever wondered how ramen shops get those jammy, deeply savory eggs, these ramen eggs (ajitama) are the secret. Perfectly soft-boiled eggs with golden, custard-like yolks steep in a sweet, umami-rich soy marinade overnight. If you’re looking for authentic Japanese ramen toppings or an easy protein-packed snack, these marinated eggs take minutes to prep and elevate any bowl.
Ingredients
- 6-8 large eggs
- ½ cup Kikkoman® Less Sodium Soy Sauce
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup Kikkoman® Kotteri Mirin
- 1½ tablespoons white sugar
Directions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently lower the eggs into the boiling water and boil for 6 minutes for the perfect soft-boiled eggs.
- Transfer the eggs to an ice bath for 15 minutes to cool down.
- Crack and peel the eggs. Set them aside.
- To make the marinade, combine soy sauce, water, mirin, and sugar.
- Place the peeled eggs in a small container or bag. Pour the prepared marinade over the eggs and let them
marinate in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours or overnight. - Enjoy the eggs as a snack or as ramen topping.
Recipe created in partnership with Christian Ou @onehappybite.
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