Thick-skinned eggs can be used as a side dish for breakfast, lunch and dinner, or as a snack for drinks. It takes a lot of time and effort to make it yourself, but recently, convenience stores have started selling it in packs. I found them at 7-ELEVEN, Lawson, Famima, Ministop, and Sunkus.

Thick-skinned eggs" can be found at any convenience store.
Thick-skinned eggs" can be found at any convenience store.

When I collected them and lined them up, they all looked and sounded almost identical. But are there any differences in taste? We decided to compare and verify.

A comparison of "thick fried eggs" from convenience stores

From left to right: 7-ELEVEN, Lawson, Famima, Ministop, Sunkus
From left to right: 7-ELEVEN, Lawson, Famima, Ministop, Sunkus

In conclusion, Lawson and Famima stand out for their sweetness, while Ministop and Sunkus stand out for their broth flavor, and 7-ELEVEN is somewhere between the former and latter. Based on the above, let's take a look at the characteristics of each store.

7-ELEVEN "Kiretteiru Atsuyaki Tamago" 100 yen (tax included, same below)

The texture is relatively firm, similar to that of cotton tofu. When you bite into it, the flavor of the broth spreads quickly.

7-ELEVEN has a firm texture and well-balanced flavor.
7-ELEVEN has a firm texture and well-balanced flavor.

The well-balanced taste of sweetness and umami is enhanced by the richness of the egg. A taste that will be accepted by all.

A 100g package contains 150kcal.
A 100g (3.53oz) package contains 150kcal.

Lawson "Thick fried egg" 120 yen

Smooth texture, plumpness, and strong sweetness.

Lawson is more sweet.
Lawson is more sweet.

The sweetness is strong, but the aftertaste is refreshing and elegant. It goes well with sushi rice.

The calorie count for a 100g package is 173kcal.
The calorie count for a 100g (3.53oz) package is 173kcal.

Famima "Kirutteiru Atsuyaki Tamago" 131 yen

It is tall and plump in appearance.

Families are No. 1 in fluffiness and sweetness
Families are No. 1 in fluffiness and sweetness

It has a soft and fluffy texture, and is very juicy with plenty of broth. It is very juicy and juicy, with a strong sweetness and richness from the egg that lingers on the palate. It's not quite like a sweet, but it's very fine and the sweetest of the five I had this time.

A 120g package contains 222kcal.
A 120g (4.23oz) package contains 222kcal.

Ministop "Kirutteiru Thick Yaki Tamago" 98 yen

Ministop is from AEON's private brand "Top Value".

A 100g package contains 133 calories.
A 100g (3.53oz) package contains 133 calories.

It is lightly baked and has an even color like a pudding. The surface is smooth with few bubbles.

Ministop is soft and smooth.
Ministop is soft and smooth.

It is as smooth to the touch as it looks, and is so soft that it can be crushed with the tongue without resistance. The sweetness and flavor of the broth are both rich, making it suitable for lunch boxes.

Sunkus "Kirutteiru Atsuyaki Tamago" 131 yen

This is a product from Prime One, a private brand jointly produced by Sunkus, Circle K, Apita, Piago, and other supermarkets.

Contains 95g and 162kcal.
Contains 95g (3.35oz) and 162kcal.

Like 7-ELEVEN, it has a firm texture like cotton tofu, but a little firmer. The cross-section of the bite is also rough and rough to the tongue.

Thanksgiving is worth eating!
Thanksgiving is worth eating!

The taste of the broth is strong, and the aftertaste is rich. Since it is well seasoned, it is also suitable for lunch boxes. Recommended for those who do not like strong sweetness.

Summary

Although the strength of the sweetness and broth taste is weak, the juiciness of the broth oozing out is the same for all. It's reasonably priced at around 100 yen, so why don't you try to find out what you like?

It's also convenient that it's cut into four pieces.
It's also convenient that it's cut into four pieces.