Low Sodium Spiced Boiled Eggs
Elevate your everyday eggs with this delicious and heart-healthy recipe for Low Sodium Spiced Boiled Eggs—a vibrant twist on a classic staple! Infused with aromatic spices like ground turmeric, cumin, and paprika, along with the warm notes of cinnamon and bay leaves, these eggs offer a rich burst of flavor without relying on added salt. A quick drizzle of olive oil enhances the infusion process, leaving the egg shells with a subtle sheen and preparing your taste buds for a flavorful experience. Perfectly cooked in just 12 minutes and chilled for easy peeling, these low-sodium boiled eggs are ideal for meal prep, snack time, or even as a protein-packed breakfast. Garnish with extra turmeric or cracked black pepper for a gorgeous, golden finish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 6 large Eggs
- 4 cups Water
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground paprika (unsalted)
- 0.5 teaspoons Black peppercorns
- 1 small Cinnamon stick
- 2 whole Bay leaves
- 2 cloves Fresh garlic
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Place the eggs in a medium-sized pot and add 4 cups of water, ensuring the eggs are fully submerged.
Step 2
Add the ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground paprika, black peppercorns, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, and minced garlic cloves to the water.
Step 3
Drizzle olive oil into the pot to help infuse the spices and create a glossy shell finish.
Step 4
Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.
Step 5
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the eggs simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 6
Remove the pot from heat and carefully transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes.
Step 7
Peel the eggs after they’ve cooled and serve them with an optional garnish of freshly cracked black pepper or a sprinkle of extra turmeric for a vibrant finish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1287.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 589.4 |
| Total Fat 43.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 1116mg | 0% |
| Sodium 459.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.3g | |
| Protein 38.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 246IU | 0% |
| Calcium 277.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 547.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories