Ingredients for - Ramen Eggs (Ajitsuke Tamago)
How to cook deliciously - Ramen Eggs (Ajitsuke Tamago)
1. Stage
Bring eggs to room temperature by soaking them in warm water for about 10 minutes.
2. Stage
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a low boil.
3. Stage
Carefully pierce the bottom of each egg with thumb tack. Gently lower eggs into the boiling water.
4. Stage
Gently lower eggs into water and boil for 6 minutes 20 seconds. Remove eggs and place in a bowl of ice water until completely cool, about 2 minutes.
5. Stage
While the eggs are cooling, stir together soy sauce, mirin, sake, and pepper for marinade in a bowl.
6. Stage
Carefully peel cooled eggs; try to start from the middle of the shell and work you way up and down.
7. Stage
Place whole peeled eggs in marinade. Refrigerate for at least 2 to 4 hours, or up to 2 days for stronger flavor, turning eggs every 30 minutes or as often as you prefer.
8. Stage
Slice eggs in half when ready to use.
