Spicy Pickled Egg & Sausage Power Jar

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

1. 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.
3. Prepare the Sausage & Jalapeños
   
   • Slice smoked sausage into bite-sized rounds.
   • Slice jalapeños into rings (wear gloves if sensitive to chili oils).
5. 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.
7. 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.
9. 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.