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Toast topped with fried eggs drizzled with gochujang sauce, sesame seeds, and scallions.

Gochujang Eggs – Quick Spicy Korean Egg Recipe with Rice, Toast, or Noodles

Samantha
These gochujang eggs are a quick, bold, and flavorful Korean-inspired dish ready in just 15 minutes. Crispy fried eggs (or scrambled, if you prefer) are drizzled with a sweet, spicy, and savory gochujang sauce that pairs perfectly with rice, toast, or noodles. Protein-packed, budget-friendly, and versatile, this recipe is perfect for busy mornings, weeknight dinners, or meal prep bowls.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine Fusion, Korean-Inspired
Servings 2 servings
Calories 190 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp sugar or honey
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil vegetable or canola
  • Optional garnish: green onions sesame seeds, cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Make Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and garlic. Set aside.
  • Fry Eggs: Heat oil in a skillet. Fry eggs sunny-side-up or over-easy until whites are set and edges are crispy.
  • Sauce It Up: Drizzle or spoon the gochujang sauce over the fried eggs. Let it sizzle slightly in the pan to thicken.
  • Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately over rice, toast, or noodles.

Notes

Secret Tips for the Best Gochujang Eggs

1. Use high-quality gochujang: The flavor of this quick spicy Korean egg recipe depends on the paste. Go for authentic Korean gochujang for the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and umami.
2. Fry eggs to your style: Sunny-side-up works great for creamy yolks that blend beautifully with rice or noodles. For toast, slightly firmer yolks can keep the dish from getting soggy.
3. Layer flavors in the sauce: Mix gochujang with sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, or a touch of honey to elevate the spicy glaze. This makes the eggs more versatile whether you pair them with rice, toast, or noodles.
4. Garnish for freshness: Add sliced green onions, sesame seeds, or even a sprinkle of nori to give the gochujang eggs a vibrant finish and extra flavor depth.
5. Balance spice with sides: Since gochujang can be fiery, pair your eggs with plain rice, buttery toast, or simple noodles to let the sauce shine without overwhelming the palate.
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