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Crispy Egg Salad Recipe

5 from 142 reviews

A deliciously unique take on classic egg salad, featuring chopped hard-boiled eggs mixed with mozzarella, mayonnaise, sriracha, and chives, then pan-fried to create a crispy, cheesy exterior. This recipe offers a flavorful and satisfying twist, perfect for a quick lunch or snack.

Ingredients

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Egg Salad Mixture

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (option to use Kewpie mayonnaise)
  • ½ tablespoon sriracha
  • 2 teaspoons chives, chopped small
  • Kosher salt, to season
  • Black pepper, few turns of cracked black pepper

For Cooking

  • Olive or avocado oil cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Mix the Egg Salad: Chop six hard-boiled eggs and add them to a bowl. Combine the eggs with mayonnaise, sriracha, chopped chives, shredded mozzarella cheese, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. Pan Fry the Egg Salad: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly spray the pan with olive or avocado oil cooking spray. Add a dollop (about 1/4 cup) of the egg mixture onto the hot pan. Pan-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, then carefully flip each portion. Sear for an additional 1 minute on the other side. Be careful not to overcook, as the cheese will melt too much, making it difficult to flip and transfer.

Notes

  • Using Kewpie mayonnaise adds a subtle sweetness and creaminess, but regular mayonnaise works well too.
  • Adjust the sriracha amount to your preferred spice level.
  • For cleaner shaping, you can form the egg salad into patties before frying.
  • Serve warm for the best texture and flavor experience.

Keywords: Crispy Egg Salad, Pan-Fried Egg Salad, Mozzarella Egg Salad, Easy Egg Salad Recipe, Spicy Egg Salad