Description
Pickled eggs with beets offer a delightful fusion of tangy and earthy flavors that dance across your palate. Crisp, ruby-red eggs make an irresistible appetizer or protein-packed snack for culinary adventurers seeking bold, colorful refreshment.
Ingredients
Scale
Pickled Eggs with Beets Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cooked beets, sliced (or 1 can of sliced beets)
Pickling Liquid:
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Spices and Aromatics:
- 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Prepare a pot of boiling water, then gently lower eggs into the bubbling liquid. Cook for precisely 9-10 minutes to achieve the perfect hard-boiled texture.
- Immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath, allowing them to cool completely. Once chilled, carefully remove the shells, creating smooth, pristine egg surfaces.
- Craft the pickling elixir by combining apple cider vinegar, water, and seasonings in a saucepan. Bring the aromatic mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the spices to meld and intensify.
- Select a clean, spacious jar and artfully arrange the peeled eggs alongside vibrant beet slices. Pour the still-steaming pickling liquid over the ingredients, ensuring complete submersion.
- Seal the jar tightly and transfer to the refrigerator. Allow the eggs to marinate and absorb the complex flavors for a minimum of 24 hours, though 3-5 days will yield a more robust and nuanced taste profile.
Notes
- Master perfect hard-boiled eggs by using room temperature eggs to prevent cracking and ensure even cooking.
- Select fresh, high-quality eggs with firm whites for the best pickling texture and appearance.
- Experiment with different vinegar types like rice or white wine vinegar to create unique flavor profiles.
- Adjust salt and sugar levels to accommodate low-sodium or diabetic dietary requirements without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 74 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 291 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg