Greek Hard Boiled Eggs Easter Style
Celebrate Easter with vibrant tradition by preparing Greek Hard Boiled Eggs Easter Style, a hallmark of Greek Orthodox festivities. This recipe transforms simple eggs into stunning, ruby-red treasures using food-safe red dye and white vinegar, symbolizing renewal and the blood of Christ. Boiled to perfection and dyed to a rich hue, each egg is polished with a touch of olive oil for a lustrous finish that enhances their festive presentation. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, these stunning eggs are not only a feast for the eyes but also a meaningful addition to your holiday table. Serve them as a centerpiece in a decorative basket or as part of your Easter feast for a striking, symbolic touch steeped in tradition.
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Ingredients
- 12 pieces large eggs
- 1 packet red dye (food-safe)
- 4 tablespoons white vinegar
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 sheets paper towels
Directions
Step 1
Place the eggs in a single layer in a large saucepan.
Step 2
Add enough cold water to the saucepan to completely cover the eggs, about 1 inch above the eggs.
Step 3
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from heat and place the eggs in a bowl of cold water to cool them completely, about 5-10 minutes. Once cooled, gently pat the eggs dry with a paper towel.
Step 5
In a separate pot, dissolve the red dye packet in 4 cups of warm water. Stir in 4 tablespoons of white vinegar.
Step 6
Place the cooled, dry eggs into the dye solution and let sit for 3-5 minutes, or longer if a deeper color is desired. Use a spoon to carefully turn the eggs in the dye to ensure even coloring.
Step 7
Once the desired color is achieved, gently remove the eggs using a spoon and place them on paper towels to dry completely.
Step 8
After the eggs are dry, place a small amount of olive oil on a paper towel and gently rub each egg to give it a polished, shiny finish.
Step 9
Arrange the eggs in a decorative bowl or basket and serve as part of your Easter celebration.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1636.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 976.7 |
| Total Fat 74g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 2232mg | 0% |
| Sodium 870.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.0g | |
| Protein 72g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 480IU | 0% |
| Calcium 397.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 871.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories