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Egg Boil

Savory Egg Boil: Your New Favorite Snack Adventure

Discover the delicious Egg Boil, a flavor-packed snack that is customizable and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 4 large Eggs Choose jammy (7-7½ minutes) or hard-boiled (9-12 minutes) based on your preference.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Feel free to substitute with olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic delivers the best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning Can be swapped for Cajun seasoning if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Brown Sugar Balances the savory spices with a touch of sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be an alternative if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Pepper Seasoning Italian seasoning can work in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Consider smoked paprika for extra depth.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Adjust based on your desired spice level.
  • 1 cup Chicken Bone or Vegetable Broth Using low sodium to control flavor intensity.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Always use fresh juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Flat Leaf Parsley For garnish; chives or green onions also make great substitutes.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • slotted spoon
  • Medium Skillet
  • Large bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for TikTok Egg Boil
  1. Prepare the Ice Bath: Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water. Set aside.
  2. Boil the Eggs: Heat water in a saucepan until boiling. Use a slotted spoon to lower eggs into boiling water. Boil for 7 to 7½ minutes for jammy eggs or 9 to 12 minutes for hard-boiled.
  3. Chill the Eggs: Quickly remove the eggs and plunge them into the ice bath for about 2 minutes.
  4. Peel the Eggs: Gently peel the eggs under running water.
  5. Sauté the Garlic: Melt butter in a skillet over low heat, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  6. Add Seasonings: Stir in Old Bay seasoning, brown sugar, onion powder, lemon pepper, paprika, and red chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute.
  7. Create the Sauce: Pour broth into the skillet, bring to a gentle boil and simmer for about 6 minutes until thickened.
  8. Finish the Sauce: Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice, and adjust salt.
  9. Assemble and Serve: Place peeled eggs in a bowl, pour sauce over and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect timing is crucial to avoid rubbery eggs. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge.

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