Eggs in Salt Water for Passover
Celebrate the timeless traditions of Passover with this simple yet meaningful recipe for Eggs in Salt Water. Perfectly hard-boiled eggs are gently peeled and immersed in a briny saltwater solution, symbolizing the tears shed by the Israelites during their time in bondage. This dish pairs significant cultural heritage with minimal preparation, making it both spiritually resonant and incredibly easy to prepare. With just three ingredients—eggs, kosher salt, and water—this recipe highlights the purity of flavors while keeping the focus on the holiday's rich symbolism. Ready in under 30 minutes, these eggs are best served chilled with a bit of their salty brine, adding a touch of flavor to your Seder meal. Whether you're hosting a Passover Seder or reflecting on its meanings, this dish is a must-have at your festive table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Eggs
- 6 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
Instructions
1. Place the eggs in a medium-sized pot and cover them with water, ensuring there is at least 1 inch of water above the eggs.
2. Set the pot over medium-high heat and bring the water to a boil.
3. Once the water reaches a rolling boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let the eggs simmer gently for 10 minutes.
4. While the eggs cook, prepare the saltwater solution. In a medium bowl, combine 6 cups of water with 2 tablespoons of kosher salt. Stir until the salt dissolves completely.
5. After 10 minutes, remove the eggs from the pot and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to cool for 5 minutes. This helps stop the cooking process and makes peeling easier.
6. Once the eggs have cooled, carefully peel off the shells, taking care to remove all fragments.
7. Add the peeled eggs to the prepared saltwater solution. Let them sit in the saltwater for at least 10 minutes before serving.
8. Serve the eggs in a small bowl with some of the saltwater as a symbolic and flavorful part of your Passover meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1116 mg | 372% | |
| Sodium | 4009 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 414 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
