Ajitama Ramen: The Secret of Perfect Ramen Eggs
The recipe
ingredients
preparation
Tips from Ramenstar
Ajitama (also called Ajitsuke Tamago) are soft-boiled eggs marinated in a flavorful sauce. They are among the most popular ramen toppings and are an essential part of an authentic ramen bowl. With their creamy yolk and umami flavor, they make every bowl a highlight.
2 organic eggs
50 ml soy sauce
50 ml mirin (sweet rice wine)
50 ml water
½ tbsp sugar
Optional: 1 small piece of kombu or ginger
Boil eggs: Bring water to a boil, carefully add eggs and cook for 6–7 minutes.
Shock: Immediately place eggs in ice water to stop residual cooking.
Peel: Carefully peel, ensuring eggs remain intact.
Prepare marinade: Mix soy sauce, mirin, water, and sugar. Optionally add kombu or ginger.
Marinate eggs: Place in a bag or jar, pour marinade over them, ensuring they are fully covered.
Steep: At least 4 hours, ideally overnight in the refrigerator.
Serve: Halve eggs and enjoy as a topping for Shoyu, Miso, or Tonkotsu ramen.
⭐ Marinate the eggs in a bag for best results, so that they are evenly coated – but for a maximum of 1 day, otherwise they will become too salty.
⭐ They last 3–4 days in the fridge and are the perfect meal prep topping for your ready-made ramen kits!
