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Korean Mayak Eggs

Recipe by Matthew on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 5 to cook. Spicy, sweet, and savory Korean Mayak eggs that make a perfect breakfast or snack. The glaze of soy sauce, honey, and Korean red pepper flakes coats each fluffy egg for an addictive flavor.

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

Method

  1. Whisk the eggs in a bowl until fully blended.

  2. Heat a non‑stick skillet over medium heat and add the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced jalapeño, and sliced green onion; sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 2–3 minutes.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Onion turns translucent. Stir the aromatics so garlic does not brown.

  3. Add water, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, honey, Korean red pepper flakes, and MSG; stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for 1 minute.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Soy mixture reaches a gentle simmer. Stir until the honey dissolves.

  4. Pour the whisked eggs into the skillet, stirring constantly over medium‑low heat until the eggs are just set and the sauce thickens slightly, about 2–3 minutes.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Eggs are just set as sauce thickens slightly. Stir over medium-low heat and remove promptly.

  5. Remove from heat, sprinkle sesame seeds over the top, and serve immediately.

Tips while you cook

Whisk Eggs Thoroughly
Whisk the eggs in a bowl until fully blended before adding to the skillet.
Sauté Aromatics Until Translucent
Cook onion, garlic, jalapeño, and green onion until the onion turns translucent, about 2–3 minutes.
Simmer Sauce Briefly
After adding water, soy sauces, honey, red pepper flakes, and MSG, bring to a gentle simmer for 1 minute.
Stir Eggs Constantly
Pour the whisked eggs in and stir constantly over medium‑low heat until just set, about 2–3 minutes.

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

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