Zesty Spicy Pickled Eggs
This Zesty Spicy Pickled Eggs recipe combines the perfect blend of heat and tang, making it a perfect snack for those who love adventurous flavors. The chili peppers and aromatic spices infuse the eggs with a delightful kick, while the acidity of the vinegar preserves their freshness. These pickled eggs can be enjoyed straight out of the jar, added to salads, or served as a unique appetizer. An excellent treat for gatherings, they are sure to spice up any occasion while remaining a fun challenge for the heat-lovers at your next party. Just keep in mind, these zesty delights might not pair well with beer-loving men, as per our humorous sidebar!
12
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
glass container
1 gallon (sterilized with a lid)
white vinegar
2 cups plus more to cover the eggs (used for boiling and submerging)
chili peppers or jalapenos
6 (sliced or whole with slits cut into them)
pickling salt
1 teaspoon (for flavor)
pickling spices
1 teaspoon (for flavor)
bay leaves
2 (for flavor)
mustard seeds
1 teaspoon (for flavor)
whole cloves
4 (for flavor)
medium onion
1 (chopped)
hot sauce
1 teaspoon (for added kick)
garlic cloves
4 (whole or minced)
hard-boiled eggs
12 (peeled)
Instructions
1
Begin by sterilizing a 1-gallon glass container with a lid to ensure your pickling process is safe and successful.
2
Open all windows in your kitchen to ventilate the space, as the aromatic vinegar may be strong.
3
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of white vinegar, pickling salt, pickling spices, mustard seeds, whole cloves, and chopped onion. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the spices to release their full flavor.
4
Carefully pour the hot vinegar mixture into the sterilized glass container.
5
Add the boiled and peeled eggs, sliced or whole chili peppers, and bay leaves to the jar, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed.
6
Cover the eggs with additional vinegar until they are fully submerged. If the vinegar flavor is stronger than you prefer, use a mixture of 3 parts vinegar to 1 part water for a milder taste.
7
Seal the jar tightly with its lid and let it sit at room temperature for 8 to 10 days. This aging process allows the flavors to fully develop and infuse the eggs.
8
After the waiting period, your zesty spicy pickled eggs will be ready to enjoy! Store in the refrigerator for optimal freshness.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Spicy Pickled Eggs?
They are a snack that combines heat and tang using chili peppers and aromatic spices to infuse hard-boiled eggs with a delightful kick.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 12 servings.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
You will need 12 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and ready for pickling.
What type of container should I use for pickling?
A 1-gallon glass container with a lid is recommended for this recipe.
How should I prepare the glass container?
You should begin by sterilizing the glass container to ensure the pickling process is safe and successful.
Why is it recommended to open kitchen windows?
Opening windows helps ventilate the space because the aromatic vinegar used in the process can be very strong.
What ingredients are simmered in the saucepan?
The saucepan should contain 2 cups of white vinegar, pickling salt, pickling spices, mustard seeds, whole cloves, and chopped onion.
How long should the vinegar mixture simmer?
The mixture should simmer for 5 minutes to allow the spices to release their full flavor.
What kind of vinegar is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for white vinegar.
Can I make the pickling liquid less strong?
Yes, if the vinegar flavor is too strong, you can use a mixture of 3 parts vinegar to 1 part water.
How many chili peppers are included?
The recipe uses 6 chili peppers or jalapeños.
How should the chili peppers be prepared?
They can be sliced or kept whole with slits cut into them.
What spices are used for flavoring?
The flavoring includes pickling salt, pickling spices, mustard seeds, whole cloves, and bay leaves.
How many bay leaves are needed?
You will need 2 bay leaves for this recipe.
How many whole cloves should be added?
The recipe requires 4 whole cloves.
Is onion included in the pickling jar?
Yes, one medium onion, chopped, is simmered with the vinegar and added to the mix.
Does this recipe include hot sauce?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of hot sauce is added for an extra kick.
How much garlic is used?
The recipe calls for 4 garlic cloves, which can be whole or minced.
Should the eggs be submerged completely?
Yes, you should add additional vinegar to the jar until the eggs are fully submerged.
Where do I store the jar during the initial aging?
The jar should sit at room temperature for the first 8 to 10 days.
How long is the aging process?
The eggs should sit for 8 to 10 days to allow the flavors to fully develop.
Why is the 8 to 10 day wait necessary?
This period allows the aromatic spices and vinegar to thoroughly infuse the eggs.
Where should the eggs be stored after the aging period?
Once ready, store the pickled eggs in the refrigerator for optimal freshness.
How can these eggs be served?
They can be enjoyed straight out of the jar, added to salads, or served as an appetizer.
Are these eggs good for parties?
Yes, they are an excellent treat for gatherings and a fun challenge for heat-lovers.
What is the humorous sidebar mentioned in the description?
The description humorously suggests these zesty delights might not pair well with beer-loving men.
How many specific ingredients are listed in total?
There are 12 ingredients listed, including the container and the eggs.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include pickled eggs, spicy snacks, weeknight recipes, preserving, homemade, and zesty.
Are these eggs considered a healthy appetizer?
Yes, 'healthy appetizers' is one of the tags associated with this recipe.
What happens to the onions and garlic in the jar?
They are added to the jar along with the eggs and peppers to help infuse the mixture with flavor.