Pickled Eggs Sausage & Onions
🛒 What You’ll Need
- 6–8 Hard-boiled eggs, peeled 🥚
- 1 lb Smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into rounds 🌭
- 1 large White or red onion, sliced into rings 🧅
- 2 cups White vinegar 🍶
- 1 cup Water 💧
- 1 tbsp Pickling salt 🧂
- 2 tsp Mustard seeds & red pepper flakes (for that signature kick!) 🌶️🟡
- 1 tsp Peppercorns and fresh dill 🌿🖤
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the Brine: In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, pickling salt, and mustard seeds. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to let the spices infuse. 🍶🔥🌪️
- Pack the Jar: In a large, clean glass mason jar, begin layering your hard-boiled eggs, sliced sausage rounds, and onion rings. 🥚🌭🧅
- Add the Flavor: Tuck in your fresh dill, peppercorns, and red pepper flakes between the layers as seen in the photo for maximum infusion! 🌿🌶️💎
- The Pour: Carefully pour the hot brine over the eggs and sausage until everything is completely submerged. 🥄🤤🌊
- Seal & Chill: Let the jar cool to room temperature on the counter, then seal tightly with a lid. ⏲️📈🧊
- The Waiting Game: Place the jar in the refrigerator. For the best flavor, let them pickle for at least 3–5 days before opening. The longer they sit, the better they get! ⏲️📈❄️
- Serve: Use a clean spoon to scoop out a mix of eggs and sausage for a tangy, delicious snack! 🍽️😋🧤✨
🔥 Pro Tips:
- The “Peel” Secret: Use eggs that are a few days old for boiling; they are much easier to peel, giving you those perfectly smooth whites shown in the jar! 🥚🛡️💎
- The “Spicy” Hack: If you love heat, add a few sliced jalapeños or extra red pepper flakes to the brine to give your eggs a serious punch! 🌶️🎯✨
