Description
Spicy Gochujang Eggs are a tantalizing fusion of flavors that celebrates the vibrant culinary traditions of Korea. Gochujang, a fermented red chili paste, is the star of this dish, infusing the eggs with a bold, fiery kick that will tantalize your taste buds. This easy-to-prepare recipe combines the richness of eggs with the savory complexity of soy sauce, the sweetness of honey, and the nutty notes of toasted sesame seeds, creating a truly unique and addictive meal.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced (whites and greens separated)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Boil the eggs to your desired doneness, either soft-boiled or hard-boiled.
2. Heat the neutral oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and the white parts of the green onions, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Stir in the gochujang, soy sauce, honey, and water, mixing well to create a flavorful sauce. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
4. Reduce heat to medium-low and gently add the peeled eggs to the sauce, rolling them around to ensure they’re evenly coated. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
5. Turn off the heat and stir in the green parts of the green onions, sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds, and sliced chili peppers (if using).
Notes
Spicy Gochujang Eggs are best enjoyed over a bed of steamed rice. They can be served alongside Korean side dishes like kimchi or pickled vegetables. For beverages, Korean beers or teas complement this dish well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 186mg