Bold and tangy pickled eggs have all the makings of a unique snack. Made with hard-boiled eggs, apple cider vinegar, water, salt, onion, and pickling spices, you’ll have a delicious, flavor-packed treat ready to enjoy for home snacking, game day, or casual gatherings. you’ll have a delicious, flavor-packed treat ready to enjoy for home snacking, game day, or casual gatherings. This recipe is sugar-free and naturally low-carb. It is also keto and carnivore diet-friendly.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time0 minutesmins
Cure Time2 daysd
Total Time2 daysd10 minutesmins
Course: Appetizers, Snacks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 5 ingredients or less, appetizer, apple cider vinegar, easy, finger food, homemade, keto, low calorie, low carb, pickled eggs
Bring the water, vinegar, onion, spices, and salt to a gentle boil for 5 minutes. Then remove from heat and cool slightly.
Add the hard-boiled eggs to a clean glass jar. Pour liquid over the eggs, cover completely and seal the jar.
Transfer to the refrigerator and leave to sit for at least 2 days until ready to eat. If you can, waiting 1 week is best.
Store in the fridge. Serve whole or sliced on salad, meat, or by themselves.
Notes
Play around with different spices and seasonings to match your taste. Add dill, mustard seeds, a bit of sugar or honey for sweetness, or a few slices of fresh chili peppers or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Salt helps preserve the eggs and brings out the flavors in the brine. Be generous with it, but don’t overwhelm the recipe.
Leave some space between the eggs in the jar. This allows the brine to fully penetrate each egg, making sure that every bite is flavorful.
Make sure that the jar is always sealed tightly to keep air out.
Every couple of days, gently shake the jar or turn it upside down to ensure the brine covers the eggs completely and the flavors are evenly distributed.
If you have leftover brine, you can reuse it to pickle more eggs or other vegetables like cucumbers or carrots for an extra flavorful treat!
Serve: Serve pickled eggs as an appetizer or snack with your favorite cheese and crackers for a fun and flavorful charcuterie board addition. Add them to salads and sandwiches. Enjoy them with a cold beer for a classic snack pairing!Store: Pickled eggs should always be stored in the refrigerator in a clean jar with a tight-fitting lid. To be safe, it’s best to consume pickled eggs within 3 to 4 weeks.