Nutmeg Free Hard Boiled Eggs with Everything Seasoning
Hard boiled eggs might sound simple, but this version turns a humble protein into something genuinely crave-worthy. The homemade seasoning blend — sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic powder, dried minced onion, flaky sea salt, and a hint of turmeric — delivers that bold, everything-bagel-style punch without relying on any store-bought mix that might sneak in unwanted spices. A quick brush of extra virgin olive oil on the cut yolk helps the seasoning cling beautifully and adds a subtle richness to every bite. The method is straightforward: boil, rest off the heat, ice bath, peel, and season — no special equipment needed. That gentle turmeric gives the whole thing a warm golden glow that looks as good as it tastes. These are perfect as a high-protein snack, a quick lunch, or a crowd-pleasing addition to a mezze-style spread.
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4 servings
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
For the seasoning
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp black sesame seeds
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
- ½ tsp dried minced onion
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
Instructions
- 1
Place the eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Once boiling, remove the pan from heat, cover, and let the eggs sit for 10–11 minutes for fully set yolks.
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