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Spicy & Crispy Egg Salad

Spicy & Crispy Egg Salad
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Experience a bold and flavorful twist on classic egg salad with this Spicy & Crispy Egg Salad recipe. Perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs combined with a spicy, tangy dressing and crunchy crispy bacon or fried shallots create a deliciously satisfying dish that’s great for sandwiches, wraps, or as a standalone snack. Ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe offers a perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and texture to delight your taste buds.

Ingredients

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Egg Salad Base

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and roughly chopped
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons pickle relish
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped

Crispy Topping

  • 1/4 cup crumbled crispy bacon or fried shallots

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Eggs: Start by boiling your eggs perfectly—about 10 minutes for firm yolks. Once cooked, transfer them to ice water to stop the cooking process. After cooling, peel and roughly chop the eggs to maintain a nice texture.
  2. Mix the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended, creating a creamy and spicy base.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped eggs and finely chopped green onions to the dressing. Gently fold everything together to coat the eggs evenly with the spicy mixture without breaking them down too much.
  4. Add the Crispy Element: Just before serving, sprinkle the crumbled crispy bacon or fried shallots over the top of the salad to add the essential crunchy texture that defines this dish.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve chilled on its own, with crackers, in sandwiches, wraps, or as a filling for pita pockets.

Notes

  • Perfect Boiled Eggs: Use older eggs for easier peeling and perfect texture.
  • Even Spice Distribution: Mix spices into the mayo first to ensure consistent heat throughout the salad.
  • Crunch Retention: Add crispy ingredients last to maintain their crunchiness.
  • Chill for Flavor: Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to deepen the taste.
  • Adjust to Taste: Taste as you go with chili powder and seasoning to customize spice level.

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