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Cajun Boiled Eggs with Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce

Cajun Boiled Eggs with Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce That Wow!

Cajun Boiled Eggs with Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce are a satisfying, healthy snack perfect for late-night cravings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 eggs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 6-8 pieces Hard-Boiled Eggs Peeled for immediate enjoyment or batch-prepped for convenience
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with ghee
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Can use chicken broth for non-vegetarian versions
  • 1 cup Sliced Onions Use yellow onions or shallots
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Garlic Fresh is best
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Paste Can substitute with more minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning Any Cajun seasoning can replace it
  • 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to spice tolerance
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika adds a smoky flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Omit if using fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Replace with finely minced fresh onion if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Omit or substitute with jalapeños for a milder dish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • medium saucepan
  • Ice water bath

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Gently add your eggs, ensuring they’re fully submerged. Lower the heat to medium and let them boil for 10-12 minutes until hard-boiled. Once done, transfer the eggs to an ice water bath for 5 minutes and peel them.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Keep an eye on it to prevent browning.
  3. Add the sliced onions to the melted butter and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of garlic paste, 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning, a pinch of cayenne, 1 teaspoon of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Raise the heat slightly and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add the boiled eggs to the saucepan, gently spooning the sauce over them. Allow to sit for 2-3 minutes to absorb flavors.
  7. Transfer the eggs to a serving bowl, spooning any remaining sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley or extra red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 10gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 60mgVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use older eggs for easier peeling. Adjust spice levels to your preference and enjoy warm or chilled.

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