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Korean Gyeran-Jangjorim with Soy-Glazed Eggs and Quail

Name: Korean Gyeran-Jangjorim with Soy-Glazed Eggs and Quail
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Snack
Ingredients: Soy sauce, 1 cup; Water, 2 cups; Sugar, 1/4 cup; Garlic, smashed, 3 cloves; Onion, sliced, 1 small; Large eggs, 6; Vinegar, 1 tablespoon; Quail pieces, cleaned, 8; Sesame oil, 1 tablespoon; Toasted sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon; Scallions, finely chopped, 1 teaspoon

A delightful Korean dish featuring marinated eggs and quail in a rich soy sauce glaze, perfect for snacking or as part of a traditional meal.

4.1(150 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·August 27, 2025

Korean Gyeran-Jangjorim with Soy-Glazed Eggs and Quail — Snack served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

Soy Marinade

Eggs

Quail

Garnishing

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 313 kcal
Protein: 22.76 g
Carbs: 18.88 g
Fat: 15.43 g
Fiber: 0.41 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1250 kcal
Protein: 91.02 g
Carbs: 75.51 g
Fat: 61.71 g
Fiber: 1.62 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Soy sauce 1 cup	135	13	12	0.2	0
Water 2 cups	0	0	0	0	0
Sugar 1/4 cup	194	0	50	0	0
Garlic, smashed 3 cloves	13	0.6	3	0	0.2
Onion, sliced 1 small	28	0.8	6.5	0.1	1
Large eggs 6	420	36	3	28	0
Vinegar 1 tablespoon	3	0	0.1	0	0
Quail pieces, cleaned 8	320	40	0	18	0
Sesame oil 1 tablespoon	120	0	0	14	0
Toasted sesame seeds 1 teaspoon	16	0.56	0.72	1.4	0.36
Scallions, finely chopped 1 teaspoon	1	0.06	0.19	0.01	0.06

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Soy Marinade

1
Combine ingredients
In a medium pot, combine soy sauce, water, sugar, smashed garlic, and sliced onion.
2
Simmer mixture
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Tip: Be sure to simmer gently to ensure a perfect texture.
3
Cool marinade
Remove from heat and let the marinade cool completely before using.

Preparing the Eggs

1
Boil eggs
Bring a pot of water to a boil, add vinegar and eggs, and boil for 7 minutes for soft-boiled eggs.
2
Chill eggs
Immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath to cool.
3
Peel eggs
Once cooled, peel the eggs and set them aside.
Tip: Ensure the marinade is completely cool before adding eggs to prevent overcooking. Pro Tip: Roll the eggs gently on a flat surface to crack the shells for easier peeling.

How to Make Korean Gyeran-Jangjorim with Soy-Glazed Eggs and Quail

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Marinate eggs and quail
Submerge the peeled eggs and quail pieces in the cooled soy marinade in the pot.
2
Simmer ingredients
Bring the pot to a simmer (medium-high), then reduce heat to low and let it cook for 30 minutes.
3
Finish and garnish
Remove eggs and quail from the marinade, drizzle with sesame oil, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped scallions before serving.