Irresistible Pickled Eggs Recipe
Learn how to make delicious pickled eggs with this easy recipe. These tangy, colorful treats make perfect snacks, appetizers, or salad toppings. Get expert tips and variations!
Ingredients
- 12 large eggs
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 1 cup sliced beets fresh or canned with juice
- 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
Instructions
- Hard-boil eggs by placing them in cold water, bringing to a boil, then removing from heat and letting stand covered for 12 minutes.
- Transfer eggs to an ice bath and cool for 15 minutes before peeling carefully.
- Prepare pickling solution by combining vinegar, water, sugar, salt, onion, beets, mustard seeds, peppercorns, bay leaves, and garlic in a saucepan.
- Bring pickling solution to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Allow brine to cool slightly for 10 minutes.
- Place peeled eggs in clean glass jars.
- Pour warm brine over eggs, ensuring they're completely covered.
- Seal jars and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before eating (3-5 days for best results).
- Store in refrigerator for up to 3-4 weeks.