Crispy Egg Salad with Mozzarella and Sriracha Recipe
A unique and delicious twist on traditional egg salad, this Crispy Egg Salad recipe features pan-fried egg salad patties with melted mozzarella cheese, seasoned with sriracha and chives, served on toasted bread with avocado and jalapeño for added flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
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, a few turns of cracked black pepper
For Pan Frying and Assembly
- Olive or avocado oil cooking spray (for pan frying)
- 1 slice bread, toasted
- Avocado, sliced or mashed (amount as desired)
- Jalapeño slices (amount as desired)
Instructions
- Mix the Egg Salad: Chop six hard-boiled eggs and place them into a bowl. Add mayonnaise, sriracha, chopped chives, shredded mozzarella cheese, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- Pan Fry the Egg Salad: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and lightly spray it with olive or avocado oil cooking spray. Scoop about 1/4 cup of the egg mixture and gently place it onto the hot skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy, then carefully flip and sear the other side for 1 more minute. Avoid frying too long to prevent the cheese from over-melting and make flipping difficult.
- Assemble: Toast a slice of bread and spread a layer of sliced or mashed avocado on top. Place the warm, crispy egg salad patty on the avocado. Add a few jalapeño slices on top for a spicy kick. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use kewpie mayonnaise for a slightly sweeter and creamier flavor, but regular mayonnaise works well too.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha based on your preferred spice level.
- Be gentle when flipping the egg salad patties to keep their shape intact.
- Best served immediately for optimal crispiness and flavor.
- Try adding other fresh herbs like parsley or dill for a different taste twist.
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