Kim Dae-seok's Simple Bowl Soft-Boiled Eggs

Name: Kim Dae-seok's Simple Bowl Soft-Boiled Eggs
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: eggs 4 pieces; water 12 tablespoons (3 tablespoons per bowl); sugar 1/4 tablespoon; soy sauce 2 tablespoons; sesame oil 1/2 tablespoon; toasted sesame seeds 1/2 tablespoon

A nutritious soft-boiled egg dish with a neat shape, perfectly cooked without fail using a ceramic bowl and steamer

10 min Difficulty Very easy side dish

Main ingredients

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Ingredients needed 2 servings

eggs 4 pieces

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water 12 tablespoons (3 tablespoons per bowl)

sugar 1/4 tablespoon

soy sauce 2 tablespoons

sesame oil 1/2 tablespoon

toasted sesame seeds 1/2 tablespoon

Recipe

In a small bowl, mix sugar 1/4 tablespoon, soy sauce 2 tablespoons, sesame oil 1/2 tablespoon, and toasted sesame seeds 1/2 tablespoon to make the accompanying seasoning sauce.
Prepare four ceramic bowls and add exactly 3 tablespoons of clean water to each.
Gently tap each egg on a flat surface to crack it open, ensuring no shell fragments fall in, then pour one egg into each bowl.
Carefully remove any white string attached to the yolk using a spoon or chopstick.
Once steam is rising vigorously from the steamer, carefully place the bowls containing the eggs inside.
Close the steamer lid and cook for exactly 6 minutes to achieve a soft-boiled texture.
After 6 minutes, turn off the heat, remove the bowls, and gently pour out only the remaining water, keeping the egg shape intact.
Slightly rotate the egg with a spoon before placing it on a plate, or serve it directly in the bowl with the seasoned soy sauce poured over.

Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar to create a simple side sauce for the soft-boiled eggs.
Add 3 tablespoons of water and one egg to each bowl, remove the white string, then place in a steaming pot.
Cover the lid and steam for 6 minutes, drain excess water, then pour the sauce over.

Cooking tips

Do not add salt or vinegar to the water, as this will cloud the egg’s surface; only pure water ensures a clear finish.
Avoid cracking eggs against sharp edges, as shell fragments are more likely to fall in; tapping them on a flat surface is recommended.
For a slightly softer texture, steam for 5 minutes; 6 minutes is ideal for a middle stage between soft and fully cooked.

Recommended for

Those who have struggled with traditional soft-boiled egg recipes that often fail or result in messy shapes.
People seeking a quick, nourishing, and satisfying breakfast during busy mornings.
Those who enjoy soft egg dishes paired with a savory, salty seasoning sauce.

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