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.