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German Egg Salad

Cultural Context

German Egg Salad, or Eiersalat, is a beloved dish in Germany, often served at picnics or as a hearty sandwich filling. It reflects the German appreciation for simple, fresh ingredients and is a staple in many households. While traditional recipes remain popular, variations with added ingredients like herbs or spices have emerged, making it adaptable for different tastes.

GermanDEside
40 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
6 large eggs
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons mustard
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup chives, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup pickles, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chives

🥗Healthier: green onions

💰Cheaper: parsley

Green onions provide a similar flavor profile at a lower cost

pickles

🥗Healthier: cucumber

💰Cheaper: relish

Cucumber offers crunch with fewer calories

mustard

🥗Healthier: honey mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Honey mustard adds sweetness without significant cost increase

1

Boil eggs in water for 10-12 minutes until hard-boiled.

2

Cool eggs under cold water and peel them.

3

Chop the peeled eggs into small pieces.

4

Finely chop the onion and chives.

5

In a bowl, combine chopped eggs, onion, and chives.

6

Add mayonnaise and mustard to the bowl.

7

Season with salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.

8

Mix all ingredients until well combined.

9

Add lemon juice for a touch of acidity.

10

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingchoppingmixing

Equipment Needed

potbowlknifecutting boardspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

eggsdairy

Also Known As

EiersalatDeutscher Eiersalat
Local Name: Eiersalat

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