Pickled Eggs, Sausage, and Onions – A Tangy, Savory Homemade Recipe
This tangy and savory pickled eggs, sausage, and onions recipe combines hard-boiled eggs and flavorful sausage with a spicy vinegar-based pickling liquid. Perfect for a unique appetizer, snack, or accompaniment, the eggs and sausage marinate in a mixture of white vinegar, sugar, and spices, creating a deliciously balanced blend of flavors that intensify over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 day 25 minutes (including minimum 24-hour refrigeration)
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Pickling
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Eggs and Meat
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
- 1 pound sausage of your choice (such as kielbasa or smoked sausage), sliced
Vegetables
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
Pickling Liquid
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pickling Liquid: In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together fully.
- Assemble the Jar: Place the peeled hard-boiled eggs, sliced sausage, and thinly sliced onion into a clean glass jar or container with a secure lid, making sure to pack the ingredients evenly.
- Pickling Process: Carefully pour the hot pickling liquid over the eggs, sausage, and onions, ensuring everything is fully submerged to promote even pickling and flavor absorption.
- Cool and Seal: Allow the jar to cool to room temperature before sealing it tightly with the lid to prevent contamination and preserve freshness.
- Refrigerate: Refrigerate the sealed jar for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to develop, with optimal taste achieved after 3-5 days of pickling before serving.
Notes
- Use smoked sausage like kielbasa for a richer, smokier flavor, or substitute with your favorite sausage type.
- Red pepper flakes are optional; omit them if you prefer a milder pickling liquid.
- Ensure eggs and sausage are fully submerged in the pickling liquid to prevent spoilage.
- This recipe improves in flavor with time, so plan to pickle for several days for best results.
- Store in the refrigerator and consume within 2 weeks for optimal freshness and safety.
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