These Super Addictive Gochujang Garlic Eggs Will Change Your LIFE!
These Super Addictive Gochujang Garlic Eggs Will Change Your LIFE! is a medium Korean recipe that serves 4. 380 calories per serving. Recipe by Aaron and Claire on YouTube.
Prep: 8 min | Cook: 33 min | Total: 51 min
Cost: $8.65 total, $2.16 per serving
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Large Eggs (room temperature)
- 0.5 lb Ground Beef (80% lean, fresh)
- 3 stalks Green Onions (separate whites and greens)
- 3 cloves Garlic (smashed and finely chopped)
- 1 piece Red Chili (thinly sliced, optional for heat)
- 1 piece Green Chili (thinly sliced, optional)
- 2 tbsp Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) (spicy fermented paste)
- 2 tbsp Chili Pepper Flakes
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce
- 0.5 tbsp Chicken Bouillon Powder
- 0.5 tbsp Granulated Sugar
- 1 tbsp Honey
- to taste Black Pepper (ground)
- 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 2 cups Water (for simmering)
- 0.5 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil
- 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds (generous amount for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare Vegetables
Thinly slice the white and green parts of 3 green onions, keeping them separate. Smash and finely chop 3 garlic cloves. If using, thinly slice the red and green chilies.
Time: PT5M
Make Seasoning Paste
In a small bowl combine 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp chili pepper flakes, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 0.5 tbsp chicken bouillon powder, 0.5 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp honey, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Time: PT3M
Boil Eggs
Fill a large pot with 8 cups of water and bring to a rolling boil. Gently lower 12 large eggs into the water, stir a few times with a ladle, and simmer on gentle heat for exactly 7 minutes.
Time: PT12M
Temperature: boiling
Shock Eggs
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and let sit for 2 minutes. Peel once cool enough.
Time: PT2M
Cook Ground Beef
Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add 0.5 lb ground beef, spread evenly, and sear for 1 minute. Flip, break up the meat, and cook another 1‑2 minutes until no pink remains.
Time: PT3M
Temperature: medium-high
Add Aromatics
Add the white parts of the green onions and the chopped garlic to the beef. Stir‑fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: medium-high
Sauté Seasoning Paste
Reduce heat to low and add the prepared seasoning paste. Sauté for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the oil separates and the paste becomes aromatic. If the paste starts to stick, turn off the heat briefly or add a splash of water.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: low
Simmer Eggs in Sauce
Add 2 cups water to the pan, stir, and bring to a boil. Reduce to medium‑high, then gently add the peeled boiled eggs. Simmer uncovered for 7 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the eggs.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: medium-high
Finish and Garnish
Turn off the heat. Stir in the green onion greens, sliced chilies (if using), 0.5 tbsp toasted sesame oil, and a generous sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Mix gently.
Time: PT2M
Serve
Transfer the eggs and sauce to a serving bowl. Serve warm over steamed rice or as a standalone banchan.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 23g
- Carbohydrates
- 7g
- Fat
- 27g
- Fiber
- 1g
Dietary info: High‑protein, Contains meat, Not vegetarian, Not vegan
Allergens: Eggs, Soy, Sesame, Shellfish (oyster sauce)
Last updated: April 20, 2026






