Gyeranjjim (Steamed Egg)

Name: Gyeranjjim (Steamed Egg)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 4 large eggs; 1 cup water or light dashi stock; 1 tsp fish sauce (or soy sauce); 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 2 scallions, thinly sliced; 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil

A silky, savory Korean steamed egg custard cooked in a dolsot or small pot until pillowy and souffle-light, seasoned with scallions and sesame oil.

22 minEasyServes 2160 cal/serving

KoreanBreakfastStovetopVegetarianLow CarbLow-SodiumNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

4 large eggs
1 cup water or light dashi stock
1 tsp fish sauce (or soy sauce)
1/4 tsp kosher salt
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil

Instructions

1

Crack 4 large eggs into a bowl and whisk vigorously until the yolks and whites are fully combined and slightly foamy.
2

Add 1 cup water or light dashi stock to the eggs and whisk until smooth. Season with 1 tsp fish sauce (or soy sauce) and 1/4 tsp kosher salt. Stir in half of the 2 thinly sliced scallions.
3

Pour the egg mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a cold stone pot (dolsot) or small saucepan to remove air bubbles and ensure a silky texture.
4

Place the pot over medium-low heat. Cover with a tight lid and cook, undisturbed, until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly, about 10 to 12 minutes.
5

Remove from heat. Drizzle with 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil and top with the remaining scallions. Serve immediately in the pot.

Questions

Can I make Gyeranjjim (Steamed Egg) gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1 tsp fish sauce (or soy sauce). Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Gyeranjjim (Steamed Egg) keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Gyeranjjim (Steamed Egg)?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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