Perilla Oil Scallion Fried Egg
Fragrant Perilla Oil! A Special Fried Egg with Scallions that Tastes Just Like Pajeon (Scallion Pancake)
Highly recommended by Chef Baek Jong-won, this perilla oil fried egg is incredibly savory and delicious! It truly mimics the delightful taste of pajeon, making it a must-try. From now on, you’ll want to make your fried eggs this way! It’s the perfect dish when you’re short on side dishes!
Main Ingredients- 3 fresh eggs
- 1 stalk of scallion
Seasoning & Others- 3 Tbsp perilla oil
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 3 Tbsp perilla oil
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- A pinch of sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare one stalk of crisp scallion. Finely chop both the white and green parts of the scallion into about 0.5 cm thick pieces. Place all the chopped scallions into the frying pan.
Step 2
Generously drizzle 3 tablespoons of fragrant perilla oil over the scallions in the pan. Using plenty of perilla oil is key to maximizing its nutty aroma.
Step 3
Now, adjust the heat to low and gently sauté the scallions in the perilla oil. Cook until the scallions turn translucent, soften, and the fragrant perilla oil aroma starts to gently waft out. This process brings out the sweetness of the scallions.
Step 4
Once the scallions are sufficiently sautéed, carefully crack three eggs one by one directly over the cooked scallions. Try to avoid breaking the yolks as you place them in the pan.
Step 5
Keeping the heat on low, cover the frying pan with a lid and let the eggs cook. You can adjust the cooking time based on your preference. For a soft, runny yolk, cook for about 2-3 minutes. For a firm, fully cooked yolk, cook for 4-5 minutes. If you prefer a fully cooked egg but don’t want the yolk to be overly firm, you can gently poke the yolk with your spatula just before serving.
Step 6
Carefully transfer the beautifully cooked perilla oil scallion fried egg to a serving plate. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of soy sauce over the top for added umami, and finish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Your delicious ‘Perilla Oil Scallion Fried Egg’ is now complete!
