10-Minute Korean Steamed Egg (Gyeranjjim)
Need a warm, comforting dish in a hurry? This Korean-style steamed egg is soft, savory, and can be made in just 10 minutes with a microwave. Perfect for busy days or lazy dinners.
🥚 Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup water or anchovy broth
- Pinch of salt
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- Optional: chopped green onions, sesame seeds
👨🍳 Instructions
- Crack the eggs into a microwave-safe bowl and beat them well.
- Add the water or broth, salt, and sesame oil. Mix thoroughly.
- Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate or plastic wrap (leave a small vent).
- Microwave on medium heat (600–700W) for about 3–4 minutes.
- Let sit for 1 minute, then garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
💡 Tips
If using broth instead of water, reduce the salt slightly. The steam will cook the eggs gently—perfect for that fluffy, silky texture!
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