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Spicy Gochujang Eggs

Spicy Gochujang Eggs for a Quick Korean Comfort Fix

Discover Spicy Gochujang Eggs, a quick and satisfying dish bringing comfort and flavor to your table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 eggs
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 4 large Eggs soft-boiled for jammy yolk texture
For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can substitute with firm tofu or mushrooms
  • 3 tablespoons Gochujang main ingredient, provides spiciness
  • 3 stalks Green Onions use both white and green parts
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; garlic powder works as a substitute
  • 2 pieces Chili Peppers optional, adjust for spice preference
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Honey balances spiciness; maple syrup as a vegan alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil can be replaced with olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce soy sauce as a vegetarian alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • medium skillet
  • spatula
  • bowl
  • ice bath

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spicy Gochujang Eggs
  1. Boil 8 cups of water in a large pot. Gently lower the eggs into the boiling water and cook for 7 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of neutral oil in a medium skillet. Add white parts of green onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up as it cooks. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until browned.
  4. Whisk together gochujang, honey, soy sauce, and a splash of water. Pour over browned beef and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Peel the eggs and nestle them into the sauce, spooning sauce over the top. Heat for 2 minutes.
  6. Remove skillet from heat. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with green onion tops and sesame seeds. Serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 22gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store any leftover sauce separately for up to 3 days and avoid leaving eggs at room temperature for over 2 hours.

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