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Crispy Egg Salad (Spicy Pan-Seared Egg Salad Recipe)


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  • Author: Klara Henschel,
  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy Egg Salad is a spicy, creamy, and crunchy twist on classic egg salad. Hard-boiled eggs are mixed with mayo, sriracha, chives, and cheese, then pan-seared into crispy golden egg salad cakes.


Ingredients

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • ½ tbsp sriracha
  • 2 tsp chives, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Oil spray, for frying
  • Optional: bread, avocado, jalapeño for serving


Instructions

  1. Chop hard-boiled eggs and place in a mixing bowl.
  2. Mix eggs with mayonnaise, sriracha, chives, mozzarella, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and lightly grease it.
  4. Scoop egg mixture into small portions and place in pan.
  5. Pan-fry 1–2 minutes per side until crispy and golden.
  6. Serve warm on toast with avocado and jalapeño if desired.

Notes

  • Do not overcook or cheese may melt too much and break apart.
  • Best eaten fresh and warm.
  • Leftover egg mixture can be stored 3–4 days in fridge.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Pan-Fry
  • Cuisine: American