1-Boiling the Eggs: Start by bringing a pot of water to a full boil. Gently lower the eggs into the boiling water using a spoon to prevent cracking. For soft-boiled eggs with a jammy center, boil for exactly 6-7 minutes. For hard-boiled eggs with firm yolks, cook for 9-12 minutes depending on your preference. Once the time is up, immediately transfer the eggs to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.

2-Preparing the Marinade: While the eggs are cooling, prepare the flavorful marinade. In a quart-sized jar or container with a tight-fitting lid, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, brown sugar, chili garlic sauce, and diced scallions. Stir or shake well until the brown sugar has completely dissolved. This aromatic mixture is what will give your eggs their incredible flavor and beautiful amber color.

3-Marinating Process: Once the eggs have cooled, carefully peel them, trying to keep the surface intact. Place the peeled eggs into the jar with the marinade, ensuring they are completely submerged. Seal the container tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours for optimal flavor development. If you’re short on time, a minimum of 4 hours will work, but the flavor will be subtler. For the best results, let the eggs marinate overnight to allow the flavors to penetrate fully.