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Crispy Egg Salad

Crispy Egg Salad Cakes for a Flavorful Twist on Comfort Food

A delicious reimagining of egg salad with crispy cakes, perfect for lunch or brunch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patty Mixture
  • 6 pieces Hard-Boiled Eggs Ensure they’re fully cooked for easy chopping.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with Swiss cheese or grated cheddar.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Kewpie mayonnaise adds a zesty twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Substitute with a few shakes of Tabasco for a milder option.
  • 1/4 cup Chives Green onions can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Using freshly cracked elevates flavor.
For Cooking
  • 1 spray Cooking Spray Non-stick variety recommended.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cup

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Egg Salad
  1. Chop six hard-boiled eggs into a bowl. Add in 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sriracha, 1/4 cup chopped chives, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, and a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Stir gently until well combined.
  2. Refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes to firm it up.
  3. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray. Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to scoop portions of the mixture and pan fry for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  4. Toast slices of your preferred bread while the cakes cook. Layer with sliced or mashed avocado, then top with egg salad cakes.
  5. Serve warm with a simple salad or chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the mixture before frying to maintain shape and texture. Monitor cooking time to avoid dryness.

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