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These authentic Korean Sauna Eggs are brown on the inside and have a deep roasted flavor! Instant Pot is a perfect tool for making them at home!
If you never heard of Korean Sauna Eggs, you are in for a treat. They are called the “sauna eggs” because they are a very popular snack in Korean spa saunas!
A very unique thing about Korean Sauna Eggs is their egg white turns brown in color. You don’t need any special type of eggs to make them, just regular eggs :) It’s the special cooking process that turns the egg white brown! Did you ever think it’s possible?
Korean Sauna Eggs not only are unique in color, they are also unique in taste. This is no ordinary hard-boiled egg! Brown Korean eggs are much softer then regular boiled eggs, and they also have a deep roasted nutty flavor. Their taste is impossible to describe exactly, you just have to try them and see for yourself :)
These Korean Sauna Eggs make a very satisfying snack – so healthy and yummy! You can have them for breakfast too, they are perfect for breakfast on the go!
The egg white in Korean eggs turns brown because these eggs are cooked for a long time at high pressure. The original recipe calls for a special pressure rice cooker, but how many people have those on hand? With the growing popularity of the Instant Pot pressure cooker, it seemed logical to me to adapt this authentic Korean recipe to the Instant Pot!
I love my Instant Pot! It cooks stuff in a fraction of time it would take to make using traditional methods. It also can cook meat directly from frozen! I also use my Instant Pot to make regular hard-boiled eggs – not just Korean :) Instant Pot hard boiled eggs always peel easily, no craters in the eggs and stuck peels, which is a huge thing for me!
How To Make Korean Sauna Eggs In The Instant Pot
The recipe for Korean Sauna Eggs in the Instant Pot is easy to make and easy to remember. You can put as many eggs as you want in the Instant Pot, as long as they fit in a single layer – do not put the eggs on top of each other. Add 2 cups of water and 2 teaspoons of salt. Press the “Pressure Cook” or “Manual” button and set the cooking time for 2 hours on High pressure. When the eggs are done cooking, carefully remove them from the Instant Pot with a slotted spoon and put in a bowl of cold water with ice, then after a few minutes they’ll be ready to peel. That’s it!
To remember the Instant Pot Korean Sauna Eggs recipe, just remember the number “2”. 2 cups of water, 2 teaspoon of salt, 2 hours of cooking time :)
Now you’ll know the recipe by heart!
Unfortunately you cannot make Korean Sauna Eggs without a pressure cooker. If you simply boil the eggs in a regular pot of water for 2 hours, they’ll just be the plain hard-boiled eggs. It’s the pressure cooking process that makes them extra soft and turns them brown in color and roasted in taste. So if you are thinking about getting a pressure cooker, you might as well get the most popular and widely used one – the Instant Pot!
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Instant Pot Paleo Applesauce – healthy homemade apple sauce is ready in 5 minutes, no added sugar and you don’t even need to peel the apples!
Instant Pot Broccoli – perfect crispy steamed broccoli made in the Instant Pot!
Potato Salad With Eggs – this is the best potato salad recipe ever! Make it with Korean sauna eggs for a unique twist :)
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Korean Sauna Eggs In The Instant Pot
Instant Pot pressure cooker is a perfect tool for making authentic Korean sauna eggs! Those Korean eggs turn brown INSIDE and have a deep roasted taste! So yummy!
Cook Time2 hours hrs
Total Time2 hours hrs
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Korean
Servings: 4 servings
Instructions
Put eggs, water and salt in the Instant Pot.
Close the lid and turn the valve to a Sealing position.
Press the "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" button, and set the cooking time to 2 hours on High pressure.
When the Korean sauna eggs are done cooking, quick release (QR) the steam and transfer the eggs to a bowl filled with cold water and ice.
After 3 minutes in the ice water, peel the eggs.
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FAQs
The eggs undergo a Maillard reaction during the long cooking process. Which allows the eggs to develop a unique taste and color. These sauna eggs are popular snacks in Korea. It's common to find them in Korean sauna spas (JjimJilBang; 찜질방) – as you might have seen in Korean dramas or TV shows.
How do I use the egg setting on my Instant Pot? ›
Plug in the Instant Pot, lock the lid, and position the steam release valve to "sealed." Press the "Egg" button on the Instant Pot. It will pressure cook the pot for five minutes on normal. This will result in hard-boiled eggs. If you want soft-boiled eggs, use the "-" button to reduce the cook time to four minutes.
Does it matter how many eggs I put in an Instant Pot? ›
Eggs: You can do anywhere from 2 to 12 eggs (or more if they fit comfortably in your IP!). The timing and amount of water stays the same no matter how many you are doing at a time! Water: You always have to have some liquid for the Instant Pot to function properly.
Can we cook eggs in a pressure cooker? ›
Pressure cooker hard-boiled eggs aren't any quicker to make (the pressure cooker's usual claim to fame), but here's why it's great: it actually makes fresh eggs easy to peel! If you happen to raise chickens or have access to really fresh eggs, a pressure cooker is the best way to make hard-cooked eggs.
What will eating 5 eggs a day do? ›
Eggs can provide the body with a variety of nutrients, including vitamin A, vitamin B, folate, vitamin B12, choline and antioxidants. The body contains two types of cholesterol, known as good and bad cholesterol. Good cholesterol is high-density lipoprotein, and higher levels of HDL reduce the risk of heart disease.
Do Koreans refrigerate eggs? ›
... the time of purchase the eggs were usually refrigerated in Korea, most likely because the Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety regulates the distribution of eggs and requires them to be at 0-15 ° C [31]. However, in Thailand and India eggs were at room temperature when purchased (Table 3).
Are Korean saunas good for you? ›
Is Korean Sauna Good for You? Yes! Research shows heat can help dilate your blood vessels, increasing blood circulation. This boost in circulation can lead to several health benefits, including pain relief, improved heart health, and a reduction in symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Why do Koreans eat so many hard boiled eggs? ›
Koreans believe eggs are a nutritious food, and often enjoy them hard-boiled for breakfast, in lunchboxes or even as a quick snack. In ancient times, eggs were actually hard to come by for regular peasants, and as such were usually reserved for children and head of the family.
How do you use Instant Pot in pressure cooker mode? ›
Start by pressing the 'manual' button. Set your cooking time. Within 10 seconds of setting your cooking time, use the 'pressure' button to toggle between the low and high pressure settings.
How do you keep eggs from exploding in Instant Pot? ›
The trivet helps to keep the eggs nicely arranged so they don't collide during cooking and risk cracking, but the eggs should cook just fine without it. Note that not using a trivet *could* be why your eggs explode in the Instant Pot.
If your eggs seem to be cracking more often, or are cracking before the whites are set, try cooking them at low pressure instead of high pressure. My own tests at low pressure gave inconsistent results. But every pressure cooker is a little different, and you might have better luck with yours.
What happens if you put too much in an Instant Pot? ›
Overfilling your Instant Pot can affect the pressure that builds up inside, so you might end up with a mushy meal, or one that doesn't cook properly. Also, an overly-full Instant Pot can lead to a clogged pressure release knob, because food and liquid can get sucked up inside.
Are hard-boiled eggs better in air fryer or Instant Pot? ›
Sure, it requires only 10 minutes cook time while the air fryer requires 15 minutes. However, you still need to wait for the Instant Pot to come up to pressure, which can take 15-20 minutes plus the quick release time at the end takes a few minutes so the air fryer is definitely the quicker way to cook them.
How do you hard boil eggs so they peel easily? ›
Bring to a boil, then cover the pot and turn off the heat. Let the eggs cook, covered, for 9 to 12 minutes, depending on your desired done-ness (see photo). Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and chill for 14 minutes. This makes the eggs easier to peel.
How long do I boil an egg to make a hard-boiled egg? ›
A soft boiled egg is boiled for a shorter amount of time, typically 4-6 minutes, so that the yolk remains runny while the white is only partially set. A hard boiled egg is boiled for a longer amount of time, typically 10-12 minutes, so that both the yolk and white are fully cooked and solid.
What is the egg diet method? ›
An egg diet is based around incorporating eggs in all main meals of the day to increase overall protein intake. Protein helps to keep you fuller for longer, which is a great to way to decrease calorie intake and promote weight loss. It is a good idea to adhere to a low carb diet while on an egg diet.
