Classic Pickled Eggs
Experience the tangy and slightly sweet flavor of these easy-to-make pickled eggs, perfect for snacking or enhancing your meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4320 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 6 hard-boiled eggs
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Prepare the eggs by gently placing them into a clean glass jar.
- Create the brine by mixing white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the spices to the warm brine and let the flavors mingle as it heats.
- Cool the brine after removing it from heat and letting it sit for a few minutes.
- Combine the cooled brine with the eggs in the jar, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least three days.
- Enjoy your pickled eggs after the waiting period, perfect for snacks or dishes.
Notes
Store pickled eggs in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks. Use well-peeling, room-temperature eggs and feel free to experiment with different vinegars and spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
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