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Easy vegan ramen eggs

Vegan Ramen Eggs

Learn how to make perfect vegan ramen eggs with our simple recipe. Soft-boiled eggs marinated in soy sauce, mirin, and aromatics for authentic Japanese flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 16 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 6 eggs
Calories 70 kcal

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • slotted spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • shallow container or resealable bag
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

Eggs and Marinade

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 inch fresh ginger thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic lightly crushed
  • ice cubes for ice bath

Instructions
 

  • Gently place 6 large eggs in a single layer at the bottom of a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat, then immediately remove from heat, cover with a lid, and let stand for 6 minutes for perfectly soft-centered yolks.
  • While eggs cook, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with cold water and 2 cups of ice cubes. Immediately transfer the cooked eggs to the ice bath using a slotted spoon and let cool completely for 10 minutes until easy to handle.
  • Combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup mirin, 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar, ginger slices, and crushed garlic in a medium bowl or jar. Whisk vigorously until the sugar completely dissolves into the marinade.
  • Carefully peel the cooled eggs under running water, starting from the wider end where the air pocket is located, to remove shells without tearing the delicate whites.
  • Place peeled eggs in a shallow container or resealable bag and pour the marinade over them, ensuring all eggs are fully submerged. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 12 hours, turning eggs once halfway through for even coloring.
  • Remove eggs from marinade after desired marinating time and slice in half lengthwise to reveal the creamy yellow yolk center surrounded by deeply flavored, brownish-white exterior.

Notes

Turn eggs once halfway through marinating for even coloring. Marinate for at least 4 hours or up to 12 hours for deeper flavor.
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