Description

This is the generally accepted approach for eggs in most Japanese kitchens. It’s simple and doesn’t require a lot of precision. Just be sure to pull the eggs out after 4-6 hours to avoid over-saturating them in the brine.


Ingredients

  • 100ml soy sauce
  • 100ml mirin
  • 100ml water
  • 6 eggs
    • But really make as much marinade as you need to do as many eggs as you want

Method

  1. Soft boil your eggs
    • I use an egg steamer from Dash. Its $20 and I love it.
  2. Place peeled eggs in an airtight container, like a hard plastic container or a sealable bag. Pour the above ingredients into the container to cover (you may not need to use all the brine, reduce the amount as necessary)
  3. Soak, jostling contents every hour or so, for 4-6 hours.
  4. Remove from brine, reserve in the fridge until needed.