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Spicy Gochujang Eggs Recipe

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Spicy Gochujang Eggs are a flavorful Korean-inspired dish featuring perfectly boiled eggs coated in a savory, spicy gochujang sauce. This quick and easy recipe balances the heat of chili paste with the tanginess of rice vinegar and the richness of garlic-infused oil, making it a delicious addition to steamed rice or as a standalone snack.

Ingredients

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For the Eggs

  • 2 large eggs

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (brown sugar can be used)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock or water (vegetable stock for vegetarian option)
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (can substitute with sesame oil)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

For Garnishing

  • 1 tablespoon scallion, sliced (or chives/green onions)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Boil the Eggs: Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Carefully add the eggs and cover the pot. Set a timer for 7 minutes for medium-boiled eggs. Adjust time to 6 minutes for runny yolks or 9 minutes for hard-boiled as preferred.
  2. Ice Bath: Immediately transfer the boiled eggs into an ice bath to stop cooking. Let them cool for a few minutes, then peel the eggs and set them aside.
  3. Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and chicken stock or water until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Cook Sauce: Heat neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 15 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the prepared sauce mixture and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  5. Combine Eggs and Sauce: Add peeled eggs to the skillet with the sauce. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, turning the eggs occasionally to ensure they become fully coated and infused with the savory, spicy sauce.
  6. Serve: Plate the eggs over steamed rice or your choice of base. Garnish with sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and texture. Serve immediately for best taste.

Notes

  • Adjust boiling time depending on your preferred egg doneness for runny to hard-boiled yolks.
  • Use gluten-free soy sauce (Tamari) for a gluten-free version.
  • Substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock to make the recipe vegetarian.
  • Sesame oil can be used in place of neutral oil for added nuttiness.
  • To make this recipe vegan, replace eggs with firm tofu and adapt cooking accordingly.
  • Gochujang can be substituted with another red chili paste if necessary, but it may alter the traditional flavor profile.

Keywords: spicy eggs, gochujang eggs, Korean recipe, boiled eggs with sauce, savory eggs

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