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TikTok Egg Boil

Irresistible TikTok Egg Boil That Melts in Your Mouth

Discover the TikTok Egg Boil, a delightful blend of garlic, butter, and spices that transforms simple eggs into an extraordinary snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 4 large Eggs Choose jammy or hard-boiled.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Olive oil is a dairy-free alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh is best for flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning Cajun seasoning can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Light Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional, omit if not preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Pepper Seasoning Can substitute with lemon zest.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Use smoked paprika for extra flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Adjust spice level to taste.
  • 1 cup Chicken Bone or Vegetable Broth Choose low-sodium for health.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
  • to taste teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Flat Leaf Parsley (chopped) Chives can be used instead.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Large Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ice Bath: Fill a large bowl with cold water and ice cubes and set aside.
  2. Boil the Eggs: In a saucepan, bring water to a rolling boil and add eggs. For jammy yolks, cook for 7 minutes; for hard-boiled, cook for 9-12 minutes.
  3. Cool the Eggs: Transfer cooked eggs to the ice bath for about 2 minutes.
  4. Peel the Eggs: Tap each egg on a hard surface, roll it, and peel under running water.
  5. Start the Sauce: In a skillet, melt butter over low heat, add garlic, and sauté for 1 minute.
  6. Add Seasonings: Stir in Old Bay, brown sugar, onion powder, lemon pepper, paprika, and chili flakes. Cook for an additional minute.
  7. Create the Sauce: Pour in broth and increase heat to medium-high. Simmer for 6 minutes until sauce thickens.
  8. Finish the Sauce: Stir in lemon juice and adjust salt to taste. Mix thoroughly.
  9. Combine and Serve: Pour sauce over the peeled eggs in a serving bowl and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, boil eggs promptly and transfer them to an ice bath to ensure easy peeling. Garnish with parsley for freshness.

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