Introduction
If you like your food bold, tangy, and with a fiery kick that could wake up a sleepy dragon, this recipe is for you. This spicy pickled egg and sausage combo is perfect for snacking, meal prep, or impressing your spice-loving friends. With 15 eggs, smoky sausage, fresh jalapeños, and a hefty pour of hot sauce, this is not a timid dish — it’s a flavor explosion in a jar.
Ingredients
- 15 large eggs
- 12 oz bottle Cholula Hot Sauce (or your favorite brand)
- 14 oz sliced smoked sausage (kielbasa, andouille, or similar)
- 4 fresh jalapeños, sliced (seeds in for heat, seeds out for milder)
- 1 tbsp crushed red pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup white vinegar
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs
- Place eggs in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, cook for 9–10 minutes, then drain and cool under cold running water.
- Peel eggs and set aside.
- Prepare the Sausage & Jalapeños
- Slice smoked sausage into bite-sized rounds.
- Slice jalapeños into rings (wear gloves if sensitive to chili oils).
- Make the Pickling Brine
- In a medium saucepan, combine hot sauce, vinegar, water, crushed red pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 3–4 minutes. This helps infuse flavors.
- Layer & Fill the Jar
- In a large glass jar (at least 2 quarts), layer eggs, sausage slices, and jalapeño rings.
- Carefully pour the hot brine over the contents until fully submerged.
- Seal & Chill
- Seal jar with a tight-fitting lid.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 days before eating for best flavor.
- Shake or turn the jar once daily to ensure even flavoring.
Methods
- Pickling Method: Uses vinegar + hot sauce to preserve and infuse the eggs with tangy heat.
- Flavor Infusion: Allowing the mixture to rest for several days lets the sausage smokiness, jalapeño spice, and brine blend into the eggs.
- Storage: Keep refrigerated and consume within 3–4 weeks.
Serving Suggestions
- Slice and serve with crackers and cheese for a spicy appetizer.
- Chop into potato salad for a smoky, fiery twist.
- Eat straight from the jar if you’re feeling brave.
Benefits
- High Protein: Eggs + sausage provide a protein-rich snack.
- Long Shelf Life: Pickled foods last longer when stored properly.
- Bold Flavor: Perfect for spice lovers who want more than just a hint of heat.
Formation Tip
- For prettier presentation, use alternating layers of white eggs, red sausage, and green jalapeños — it looks as fierce as it tastes.