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Ajitama soy marinated eggs in a bowl.

Ajitama (Japanese Soy Marinated Eggs)

Ajimata is boiled eggs that have been marinated in sweet savory soy based sauce. They can be served over rice, noodles, or enjoyed on their own as an appetizer or snack!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 6 servings
Calories 106 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 6 eggs or increase up to 8 eggs
  • ½ cup tamari soy sauce
  • ½ cup mirin
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions
 

  • Fill a saucepan with water and bring to a boil.
  • Add the eggs into the boiling water gently, using a ladle or a large spoon. Cook for 6-9 minutes depending on your preferred doneness.
  • Soak the eggs in ice cold water for at least 5 minutes. Then peel them carefully.
  • In an airtight container, combine the tamari, mirin, water and sugar together to make marinade.
  • Place the eggs in the marinade, and cover the eggs with a piece of folded paper towel. Make sure the paper towel absorbs the marinade and weighs down the eggs.
  • Cover the container tightly and let the eggs sit for 12-24 hours in the fridge. After 24 hours, take the eggs out of the marinade and store in a different container to prevent them from getting too salty.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 106kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 164mgSodium: 1294mgPotassium: 102mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 238IUCalcium: 29mgIron: 1mg

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