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Quick Microwave Korean Steamed Egg Side Dish Mak-Gyeranjjim (막계란찜)

Easiest and fastest Korean Steamed Egg recipe using pantry staples. It may not be as pretty as the traditional steamed egg, but it will be silky and delicious. Perfect banchan for main meals. Or makes a great low carb, keto friendly snack or meal by itself.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Course Banchan, Side Dish
Cuisine Korean
Servings 2 servings

Equipment

  • A microwave safe bowl, be sure there is enough room for eggs to expand without overflowing.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 tsp anchovy dashida
  • ¼ tsp sesame oil
  • 1 Tbsp green onion chopped
  • 2 pinches toasted sesame seeds optional

Instructions
 

  • In a microwave safe bowl, whisk 2 eggs very well, until there are no white parts.
  • Add water, anchovy dashida, sesame oil, green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
  • Place in microwave and cook for 3 minutes. Steamed egg will be very soft and silky.

Notes

Cook for an additional minute if not fully cooked, water at the bottom should be clear. Clear water that gathers at the bottom is normal. 
It will be VERY HOT, carefully remove from microwave and allow to cool a little before serving.
 
 
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