Description
Discover the bold and zesty flavors of our Hot & Spicy Garlic Pickled Eggs Recipe! This high-protein snack is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a party appetizer or a delightful addition to your lunchbox. Made with simple pantry staples, these pickled eggs are infused with garlic, jalapeños, and spices, creating a tantalizing taste that will impress anyone. Not only do they deliver an explosion of flavor, but they also offer vibrant colors and numerous nutritional benefits. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, this recipe is a must-try for spice lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 duck eggs
- 8 chicken eggs
- 3–4 garlic cloves, smashed
- 1–2 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2–3 fresh jalapeños, sliced
- 1 sweet red pepper, chopped
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp salt
- Optional: 1 tsp black peppercorns
- Optional: fresh herbs (dill or thyme)
Instructions
- Boil duck and chicken eggs until hard-cooked (9–12 minutes). Transfer to an ice bath, then peel when cooled.
- In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and optional peppercorns. Bring to a boil to dissolve ingredients; cool slightly.
- In clean glass jars, place smashed garlic cloves, crushed red pepper flakes, sliced jalapeños, and chopped sweet red pepper. Gently add peeled eggs.
- Pour warm brine over the eggs until fully submerged; seal jars tightly.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 days (preferably one week) before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg (50g)
- Calories: 92
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 155mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 186mg