Description
A delightful twist on classic egg salad featuring crispy fried onions for an added crunch and smoky flavor. This easy-to-make Crispy Egg Salad combines perfectly boiled eggs with a creamy, tangy dressing and is ideal for sandwiches, lettuce cups, or crackers.
Ingredients
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Egg Salad
- 6 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Crispy Onion Topping
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions, crushed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and let the eggs simmer for 10 minutes to achieve hard-boiled perfection.
- Cool and Peel: Transfer the boiled eggs immediately to an ice bath to cool completely, making them easier to peel without any shell sticking to the eggs.
- Chop the Eggs: Once peeled, chop the eggs into medium-sized pieces and transfer them to a mixing bowl.
- Mix the Salad Base: Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery, red onion, chives, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika to the chopped eggs. Gently fold all ingredients together until well combined without breaking the egg pieces too much.
- Toast the Crispy Onions: Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the crushed crispy fried onions and toast them for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Combine Onion Topping: Fold most of the toasted crispy onions into the egg salad, reserving a small portion for garnish.
- Chill and Serve: Chill the egg salad in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve topped with the remaining crispy onions for an extra crunch.
Notes
- Serve on toasted bread, in lettuce cups, or as a cracker topping for versatility.
- For an extra crunch and tangy flavor, add diced pickles or radishes just before serving.
- Use fresh herbs like dill or parsley as substitutes for chives if preferred.
- Chilling enhances the flavor and texture, but you can serve immediately if short on time.
