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Egg Boil Recipe

Spicy Egg Boil Recipe for Comforting, Flavor-Packed Snacking

Discover the delicious Spicy Egg Boil Recipe, a comforting snack packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 4 large Eggs core of the dish, providing protein
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter creamy richness
  • 1 small Minced White Onion can swap with shallots or green onions
  • 2 cloves Garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika or smoked paprika for a twist
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay or Cajun Seasoning or Creole seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Light Brown Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh onion
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 0.5 fresh Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley or cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing 4 large eggs in a medium saucepan, fill with cold water to cover by an inch, heat until rolling boil, then simmer for 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Carefully drain the hot water from the saucepan, transfer eggs to ice water for 5 minutes.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat, add 1 small minced white onion and 2 cloves of minced garlic, sauté for 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons hot sauce, 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon onion powder, cooking for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, bring to simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until it thickens, mix in juice of half a lemon and fresh parsley.
  6. Peel cooled eggs, serve on a platter, pour sauce over, garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust spice level to taste and use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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