One of our favorite parts about a steaming hot bowl of ramen is getting that perfectly marinated soft yolk tea egg on the side. Simple yet rich in flavor, this recipe unlocks the process for getting a perfect tea egg every time!
One of our favorite parts about a steaming hot bowl of ramen is getting that perfectly marinated soft yolk tea egg on the side. Simple yet rich in flavor, this recipe unlocks the process for getting a perfect tea egg every time!
Active Time: 45 Minutes
Total Time: 30 Hours
1 Dozen
In a small pot place the eggs and cover them with cold water.
Bring the water to a boil, and cover then turn off the heat but leave the pan on the burner.
6 minutes for a soft egg, 7 minutes for a semisoft egg (great for our ramen inspired deviled egg), 10 minutes for hard boiled.
When the timer goes off, remove the eggs and place them in a bowl of ice water to cool them rapidly.
In a second pot, add the tamari, mirin, sugar, sichuan peppercorns, bayleaf, chili de arbol, and 3 tea bags.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to set for 3 minutes before removing from the heat and discarding of the tea bags.
Allow the marinade to cool to room temperature.
Peel the eggs and marinade them for 8 – 12 hours before use.
Do not marinade for longer as the whites can become too firm and unpleasant.
Comments (2)
May 11, 2022 11:57 am
How far ahead of time can you make the Raman egg? Think of timing for a party… night before make / assemble and leave in fridge etc?
May 12, 2022 4:11 pm
You can make the Ramen egg no more than 24-30 hours ahead of time. After that amount of time the eggs will become two firm and almost rubbery.