Spicy and Sweet Stir-fried Egg Jang
Simple Stir-fried Egg Jang for a Perfect Rice Bowl
This stir-fried egg condiment is perfect when you’re craving a spicy and savory braised dish. It’s a fantastic topping for rice or a delicious addition to bibimbap. Enjoy a satisfying meal with this easy-to-make recipe!
Main Ingredients- 5 hard-boiled eggs
- 1/4 onion
- 10cm white part of green onion
- 2 Korean green chili peppers (Cheongyang peppers)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
Seasoning- 2 Tbsp plum extract (Maesil Cheong)
- 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide
- 1.5 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp anchovy sauce (Myeolchi Aekjeot)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper powder (Gochugaru)
- 1/2 soju cup water (approx. 50ml)
- 2 Tbsp plum extract (Maesil Cheong)
- 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide
- 1.5 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp anchovy sauce (Myeolchi Aekjeot)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper powder (Gochugaru)
- 1/2 soju cup water (approx. 50ml)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the seasoning mixture. In a bowl, combine the plum extract, oligosaccharide, oyster sauce, anchovy sauce, red pepper powder, and water. Stir well until everything is incorporated. Having the sauce ready makes the cooking process smoother.
Step 2
Next, prepare the vegetables. Finely mince the onion. Slice the white part of the green onion thinly, or chop it finely for a more diffused flavor. Remove the seeds from the Cheongyang peppers and mince them finely; these add a pleasant spiciness. Smaller pieces of vegetables will absorb the sauce better and provide a nice texture.
Step 3
Now, get your hard-boiled eggs ready. Using a fork or chopsticks, gently prick the surface of each egg multiple times. This helps the eggs absorb the delicious sauce more effectively and prevents them from cracking during cooking.
Step 4
It’s time to stir-fry! Gently heat a pan over medium-low heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the oil is warm, add the sliced green onion and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, creating a ‘green onion oil’ base. This infuses the dish with a wonderful aroma. Then, add the pricked hard-boiled eggs and stir-fry for about 1 minute.
Step 5
After lightly stir-frying the eggs, add the minced onion to the pan. Continue to cook over medium-low heat for another 30 seconds, or until the onion begins to turn translucent.
Step 6
Pour the prepared seasoning sauce into the pan and stir everything together to coat the eggs and vegetables. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer for about 2 to 3 minutes. This simmering process allows the eggs to fully absorb the flavors, enhancing the dish’s taste.
Step 7
Your delicious spicy and sweet stir-fried egg jang is now ready! Serve it over warm rice for a fantastic meal or use it as a topping for salads. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
