Description
Spicy Pickled Eggs are a zesty and flavorful snack or appetizer perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat in their food. These tangy eggs are pickled in a brine infused with vinegar, spices, and jalapeños, creating a deliciously fiery kick.
Ingredients
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For the Pickling Brine:
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 garlic cloves (smashed)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- 12 hard-boiled eggs (peeled)
- 1 small onion (sliced)
- 2 jalapeños (sliced)
Instructions
- Create the Pickling Brine: In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, peppercorns, mustard seeds, red pepper flakes, garlic, and smoked paprika. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 3–4 minutes. Let the brine cool slightly.
- Prepare the Eggs: Place hard-boiled eggs, sliced onion, and jalapeños in a clean glass jar. Pour the warm brine over the eggs, ensuring they are fully submerged. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 3 days before enjoying.
Notes
- Use gloves when handling jalapeños.
- For extra heat, add habanero or hot sauce.
- Pickled eggs last up to 3 weeks in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg
