Shellfish Free Hard Boiled Eggs with Everything Seasoning
Simple, satisfying, and packed with flavor, these halved hard-boiled eggs are the kind of snack or appetizer that looks far more impressive than the effort required. 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 carry hidden allergens. A light brush of extra virgin olive oil on the cut yolk surface helps the seasoning cling perfectly, so every bite is evenly coated and deeply savory. The technique is straightforward: a gentle boil, a covered rest off the heat, and an ice bath to make peeling easy and the whites tender rather than rubbery. These are naturally free from any seafood or shellfish concerns, making them a reliable, protein-rich option you can serve confidently at a gathering or keep in the fridge for a quick, clean snack.
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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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