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Gochujang Mayak Eggs

Recipe by Matthew on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 10 to cook. Spicy, savory Korean-style eggs coated in a sweet‑heat gochujang glaze and finished with toasted sesame seeds. The creamy, slightly runny eggs are infused with aromatics and make a bold, umami‑rich breakfast or snack.

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Gochujang Mayak Eggs by Matthew, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Crack the six large eggs into a mixing bowl, add a pinch of salt if desired, and whisk vigorously until the yolks and whites are fully blended and slightly frothy.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The eggs are evenly blended and lightly frothy.

Prepare the aromatics

  1. dice the half yellow onion, mince the three garlic cloves, and slice the two green onion stalks into thin diagonal pieces.

  1. Heat a non‑stick skillet over medium heat; add a drizzle of oil (or a small pat of butter) and allow it to melt.

  2. Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, then add the minced garlic and sliced green onion, continuing to sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 2 more minutes.

  3. Reduce the heat to low‑medium and pour the whisked eggs into the skillet, stirring gently with a silicone spatula to create soft curds while keeping the aromatics evenly distributed.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Soft curds form around the aromatics without browning.

  4. In a small bowl, combine the gochujang, water, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, honey, Korean red pepper flakes, and MSG; stir until the mixture is smooth.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The sauce is smooth after the gochujang is worked into the liquids.

  5. Drizzle the sauce over the partially set eggs, then gently fold the sauce into the eggs, allowing it to coat the curds and thicken slightly; continue cooking for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

  6. Once the eggs are glossy and just set (they should remain slightly soft in the center), remove the skillet from heat.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The eggs are glossy and just set, with a soft center.

  7. Transfer the eggs to a serving plate, sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds evenly over the top, and serve immediately while hot.

Optional

  1. garnish with extra sliced green onion or a drizzle of additional honey for extra sweetness.

Tips while you cook

Prep aromatics first
Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and slice the green onion before heating the skillet.
Use low‑medium heat for eggs
Reduce heat to low‑medium before pouring the whisked eggs.
Add sauce after eggs set slightly
Drizzle the glaze when the eggs are partially set and cook 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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