Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 1/2 tablespoons mirin
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 1/4 teaspoons sugar
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, mix together soy sauce, mirin, water, and sugar.

- Boil the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, then cool completely.

- Fill a pot with water to cover the eggs by an inch and bring it to a boil.

- Gently lower 4 large eggs into the boiling water using a spoon.

- Boil the eggs for 7 minutes for a soft yolk. Adjust time for desired yolk firmness.

- Take the eggs out and submerge them in a bowl of ice water until they are fully cooled.

- Gently peel the cooled eggs.

- Put the peeled eggs in a container or plastic bag and cover them completely with the cooled marinade.

- Seal the container or bag and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.

- Remove the eggs from the marinade, slice in half, and serve as a topping for ramen or enjoy as a snack.

