Master Lee Jang-woo’s Butter Soy Sauce Egg Rice
Pickled Radish Butter Soy Sauce Egg Rice Inspired by Lee Jang-woo
Introducing the famous ‘Butter Soy Sauce Egg Rice’ recipe popularized by actor Lee Jang-woo on the TV show ‘I Live Alone’! The unexpected yet delightful combination with homemade pickled radish is truly a highlight. Enjoy a satisfying and delicious meal with this simple yet flavorful egg rice. It’s perfect for solo diners and busy individuals seeking a fantastic meal.
Main Ingredients
- 1 bowl of warm rice
- 2 eggs (for scrambled eggs)
- Adequate amount of pickled radish (for topping)
- 2 slices of butter (approx. 5mm thick)
- 1/2 soju cup of milk (approx. 30ml)
- 1 egg (for topping, optional)
Seasonings & Other Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce for soup
- Pinch of salt
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce for soup
- Pinch of salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, crack 2 eggs into a bowl for the scrambled eggs. Add half a soju cup of milk and a pinch of salt, and whisk thoroughly. Adding milk will make the eggs even softer.
Step 2
Cut the butter into 2 slices, about 5mm thick. This will help it spread evenly in the pan.
Step 3
Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add both slices of butter and let them melt slowly, ensuring it coats the entire pan without burning.
Step 4
Once the butter has melted, pour the whisked egg mixture over it. Keep the heat on low to prevent the eggs from burning and ensure they cook gently.
Step 5
As the eggs start to set, use chopsticks or a spatula to scramble them into fluffy curds. When the eggs are about half cooked, pour 1 tablespoon of soy sauce for soup over them to season.
Step 6
After adding the soy sauce, mix well with the eggs until they are fully cooked. The savory aroma of butter and soy sauce will blend beautifully, creating delicious scrambled eggs.
Step 7
Top the warm bowl of rice generously with the prepared butter soy sauce scrambled eggs.
Step 8
Your basic Butter Soy Sauce Egg Rice is complete! It’s delicious as is, but adding pickled radish will enhance the flavor even further.
Step 9
Now, let’s prepare the pickled radish topping. Get your tasty pickled radish ready.
Step 10
As an optional step for a richer topping, crack an additional egg onto a cutting board and finely mince it. (If you want an even more abundant egg rice) Alternatively, finely chop your pickled radish.
Step 11
Place the butter soy sauce scrambled eggs on top of the rice, followed by a generous amount of finely chopped pickled radish. (If you added the minced egg as well) Your visually appealing and deliciously flavored egg rice is now complete.
Step 12
Mix everything together with a spoon until well combined. Enjoy this delightful dish while it’s warm! The flavors of butter, soy sauce, and the sweet-and-sour pickled radish create a fantastic harmony for a satisfying meal.
