Smoky Hard Boiled Eggs
Elevate your snack game with these bold and flavorful Smoky Hard Boiled Eggs! Perfectly cooked eggs are transformed with a vibrant spice paste made from smoked paprika, ground cumin, and a touch of olive oil, creating a smoky, slightly spicy coating that clings to every bite. This quick and easy recipe takes just 20 minutes, including prep time, and offers a healthy, protein-packed snack or an eye-catching addition to salads and charcuterie boards. With hints of chili flakes for optional heat and a smoky depth that lingers, these eggs are as versatile as they are delicious. Whether served immediately or prepped for make-ahead convenience, this recipe combines simplicity with bold flavor for a snack that will leave everyone reaching for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Place the eggs in a medium-sized saucepan and cover them with cold water, ensuring there's about 1 inch of water above the eggs.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the pan with a lid, turn off the heat, and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 12 minutes.
While the eggs are cooking, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with cold water and ice cubes.
After 12 minutes, transfer the eggs to the ice bath using a slotted spoon. Let them cool for at least 5 minutes to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.
Once cooled, gently tap each egg on a hard surface to crack the shell. Peel the eggs carefully and set them aside on a plate.
In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, ground cumin, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using) to form a smoky spice paste.
Using your fingers or a pastry brush, rub the spice paste evenly over the surface of each peeled egg. Make sure to coat them thoroughly for maximum flavor.
Let the eggs sit for at least 5 minutes to absorb the smoky flavors. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
559 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1116 mg | 372% | |
| Sodium | 1604 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 497 mg | 11% | |
*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.
