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Cajun Boiled Eggs with Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce

Cajun Boiled Eggs with Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce Bliss

Cajun Boiled Eggs with Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce is a flavor-packed keto snack that elevates the humble boiled egg into an indulgent treat.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 eggs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 4 large Hard-Boiled Eggs Peeled
For the Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with salted butter
  • 0.5 cup Sliced Onions Yellow or white onions
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Paste Alternatively, use more minced garlic
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable Broth Can use chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning Or any favorite Cajun seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika enhances the flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional if using fresh garlic
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on spice preference

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • pot for boiling
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Ice water bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by bringing a pot of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Carefully add your hard-boiled eggs, ensuring they are submerged completely. Boil them for about 10-12 minutes. Once done, transfer the eggs into a bowl of ice water to cool for around 5 minutes before peeling.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt ½ cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir occasionally to ensure it melts evenly and creates a smooth base.
  3. Once the butter is melted, add ½ cup of sliced onions to the saucepan. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions become translucent.
  4. Stir in 4 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of garlic paste, allowing them to sauté for another minute. Then, add 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning, ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and ½ teaspoon each of garlic and onion powder.
  5. Pour in ½ cup of vegetable broth, stirring to combine with the sautéed ingredients. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes over low heat.
  6. Once the sauce is ready, take your peeled boiled eggs and place them in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the hot spicy garlic butter sauce over the eggs, ensuring they are well coated.
  7. Serve the Cajun boiled eggs warm or chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or red pepper flakes for additional flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 120mgVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use slightly older eggs for easier peeling. The sauce can be made and stored for up to 5 days.

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