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Egg Boil

Spicy Egg Boil: Quick & Flavorful Snack You’ll Love

This spicy egg boil recipe is a quick, vegetarian-friendly snack that delivers a flavorful punch, featuring perfectly cooked eggs in a savory garlic butter sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 eggs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 4 large eggs Fresh eggs provide the best flavor and texture.
For the Sauce
  • 1.5 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds richness; can substitute with olive oil.
  • 0.25 cup garlic Minced fresh garlic elevates the dish.
  • 2.25 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning Classic seasoning; Cajun seasoning can be an alternative.
  • 3 teaspoons light brown sugar Balances heat; granulated sugar works too.
  • 0.5 heaping teaspoons onion powder Enhances savory undertones.
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning Can substitute with lemon zest and black pepper.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Adds flavor; smoked paprika is more intense.
  • 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 0.75 cup low sodium chicken or vegetable broth Adds moisture and depth.
  • 0.25 lemon juice Juiced to brighten flavors.
  • kosher salt Optional, adjust to taste.
For Garnishing
  • flat leaf parsley Adds a fresh touch; can substitute with chives or cilantro.

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • Skillet
  • medium-sized bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Fill a medium-sized bowl with cold water and ice cubes; set aside for the ice bath.
  2. In a large saucepan, bring enough water to a rolling boil; carefully lower the eggs into the water and cook for 7 minutes for jammy yolks or 7½ for hard-boiled.
  3. Once the timer goes off, promptly transfer the eggs to the ice bath; let them chill for about 2 minutes.
  4. Peel each egg under running water to help loosen the shell; set aside.
  5. Melt 1½ tablespoons of unsalted butter in a skillet over low heat; add in ¼ cup minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  6. Mix in 2¼ teaspoons of Old Bay seasoning, 3 teaspoons of light brown sugar, ½ heaping teaspoon of onion powder, 1½ teaspoons of lemon pepper seasoning, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and ½ to 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes.
  7. Pour in ¾ cup of low-sodium broth and increase heat to medium-high; let it simmer for about 6 minutes.
  8. Stir in the juice of ¼ lemon, taste, and adjust salt if necessary.
  9. Coat the peeled eggs in the spicy sauce and garnish with chopped flat-leaf parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 275IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, cook eggs for precisely 7 minutes for jammy yolks or 7½ for hard-boiled. Always transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking.

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