Gyeran Muchim

Gyeran Muchim is a delightful Korean side dish featuring seasoned eggs that are both flavorful and easy to prepare. This dish combines soft-boiled eggs with a savory dressing, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

• Eggs - 4 large
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a pot, bring water to a boil. Carefully add the eggs and boil for 7 minutes for soft-boiled eggs.
2. After 7 minutes, transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 5 minutes.
3. Peel the eggs gently and set aside.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and black pepper until combined.
5. Slice the cooled eggs in half and place them in a serving dish, cut side up.
6. Drizzle the soy sauce mixture over the eggs and sprinkle with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
7. Serve immediately or let it marinate for 10 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 370 mg
• Total Fat: 13 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from sesame oil, which can be beneficial for heart health.

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