Ingredients

Steps

• Three-quarters fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a boil.
• Add the eggs and boil for exactly six minutes.
• Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and peel them carefully.
• Combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and 100ml of water in a saucepan.
• Simmer the liquid until the sugar dissolves and leave to cool.
• Place eggs in a small container and pour the cold marinade over them.
• Cover eggs with muslin to ensure an even coating.
• Marinate in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.