Son's Favorite Pickled Eggs

Transform your hard-boiled eggs into a tangy, savory masterpiece with "Son's Favorite Pickled Eggs" — a delightful twist on the classic snack that's as eye-catching as it is flavorful. Featuring a perfectly balanced pickling brine crafted from white vinegar, sugar, and a medley of spices like peppercorns, mustard seeds, and red pepper flakes, these pickled eggs offer an irresistible blend of tartness and spice. For a stunning visual and a subtle earthy sweetness, add a small beet to infuse the eggs with a gorgeous pink hue. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe makes a batch of 12 eggs that are perfect for a protein-packed snack, a zesty salad topping, or a unique appetizer. Be sure to let the flavors develop in the fridge for a few days to savor the ultimate taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 12 pieces large eggs
• 2 cups white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 small beet (optional, for color and flavor)

Directions

Step 1

Place the eggs in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Remove the eggs from heat and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for at least 10 minutes.

Step 3

While the eggs are cooling, prepare the pickling brine. In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, peppercorns, mustard seeds, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic, and bay leaf. If using a beet, peel and slice it, then add it to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4

Peel the cooled eggs and place them in a clean, sterilized glass jar or container with a tight-fitting lid.

Step 5

Pour the warm (not hot) pickling brine over the eggs, ensuring they are fully submerged. If necessary, place a small, clean weight on top to keep the eggs under the liquid.

Step 6

Seal the jar tightly and place it in the refrigerator. Allow the eggs to pickle for at least 48 hours before eating, but for best flavor, wait 5-7 days.

Step 7

Serve chilled as a snack, salad topping, or appetizer. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1030.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1279.8

Total Fat 61.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 2232mg	0%
Sodium 914.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 106.0g
Protein 74.4g	0%

Vitamin D 480IU	0%
Calcium 383.5mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 1158.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.2%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 36.6%