Silky Steamed Egg (Gyeran Jjim)
Soft, custardy steamed eggs infused with soy and sesame — a Korean comfort classic that's ready in 10 minutes. Top with crispy pan-fried green onions and serve over rice.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 185
- Protein
- 14g

Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1.5 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ cup water
- 2 stalks green onions
- ½ tsp white sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
Crack eggs into a bowl and whisk until yolks and whites blend completely.
- 2
Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and water until smooth — no lumps.
- 3
Pour egg mixture into a 2-cup microwave-safe bowl or ramekin.
- 4
Microwave uncovered on 50% power for 8–9 minutes until the surface looks set but jiggles slightly when shaken.
- 5
While eggs cook, slice green onions and toast sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium heat, 1–2 minutes.
- 6
Top steamed eggs with green onions and sesame seeds, drizzle extra sesame oil if desired, and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large bowl
- whisk
- 2-cup microwave-safe bowl or ramekin
- small skillet
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