Today I’ll show you how to make egg salad yourself. They are simple and super quick to make.
Homemade egg salad is simply a classic. You can eat it in a variety of ways, like on a freshly baked bread, baguette or sandwich. It also makes a great dip or finger food.
With fresh ingredients and a pinch of creativity, you can make your own egg salad to your taste. I have compiled three egg salad ideas for you in this post. But as I said, you can modify them to your taste.
Here you can find the complete egg salad recipe as a video or to read through.
Have fun and good luck making it!
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The equipment to make egg salad
Making egg salad yourself is actually very simple. So you don’t need any special equipment.
Recipe #1: Egg Salad Classic
Ingredients for approx. 300 g:
- 200 g egg
- 100 g mayonnaise
- 10 g mustard
- 5 g chives
- salt + pepper to taste
Step-by-step instructions
1. Cook your eggs. Here it’s up to you whether your yolks are still slightly creamy or firm. I’ve written down the cooking times for you below in the frequently asked questions.
2. Break the eggs. You can use a knife, egg slicer or fork for this.
3. Add the mayonnaise, mustard and chives to the egg mixture.
4. Mix the eggs with the ingredients.
5. Season your egg salad with salt and pepper.
6. Your classic egg salad is ready😄. Enjoy it.
Recipe #2: Egg salad without mayonnaise
Ingredients for approx. 300 g:
- 200 g egg
- 75 g yogurt
- 25 g sour cream
- 5 g parsley
- 50 g celery
- salt + pepper to taste
Step-by-step instructions
1. Cook your eggs. It is recommended to use hard boiled eggs here. Since the yogurt is very liquid.
2. Break the eggs. You can use a knife, egg slicer or fork for this.
3. Cut the celery into small cubes. They give a nice color at the end.
4. Add the yogurt, sour cream, parsley and celery to the egg mixture.
5. Mix the eggs with the ingredients.
6. Season your egg salad with salt and pepper.
7. Your egg salad with yogurt is ready😄. Enjoy it.
Recipe #3: Egg salad with bite and spiciness
Ingredients for approx. 300 g:
- 200 g egg
- 100 g mayonnaise
- 40 g red onion
- 10 g chili crunch
- 7,5 g chives
- salt + pepper to taste
step-by-step instructions
1. Cook your eggs. Here, it’s up to you whether your yolks are still slightly creamy or firm. I’ve written down the cooking times for you below in the frequently asked questions.
2. break the eggs. You can use a knife, egg slicer or fork for this.
3. Cut the onion into small cubes. They give a nice color at the end.
4. Add the mayonnaise, onions, chili crunch and chives to the egg mixture.
5. Mix the eggs with the ingredients.
6. Season your egg salad with salt and pepper.
7. Your egg salad with bite and spiciness is ready😄. Enjoy it.
Frequently asked questions
What is the shelf life of egg salad?
The shelf life of egg salad depends on several factors, including the method of preparation and storage. Here are some recommendations regarding shelf life.
- In the refrigerator: egg salad stored in the refrigerator should be kept in an airtight container. Under these conditions, it usually keeps for about 3 to 4 days.
- Hygiene: Be sure to use clean utensils and wash hands thoroughly to minimize the chance of contamination.
- Fresh ingredients: The shelf life of your egg salad also depends on the freshness of the ingredients you use. Fresh eggs and other ingredients will help extend the shelf life.
- Mayonnaise: If your egg salad contains mayonnaise, it can affect the shelf life. It is recommended that egg salad with mayonnaise be consumed within 3 days to minimize the risk of food poisoning.
- Odor and Appearance: If the egg salad smells unusual or shows signs of spoilage, such as mold or discoloration, you should definitely stop eating it.
How long do I have to cook the eggs?
Here you can find the most common cooking times for eggs. For egg salad, I recommend medium or hard boiled eggs.
Soft boiled eggs (with runny yolk):
- 4-5 minutes for small to medium eggs
- 5-6 minutes for large eggs
Medium boiled eggs (with slightly creamy yolk):
- 6-7 minutes for small to medium eggs
- 7-8 minutes for large eggs
Hard boiled eggs (with firm yolk):
- 9-12 minutes for small to medium eggs
- 12-15 minutes for large eggs
Exact cooking time may vary depending on egg size and altitude. It is important to cool the eggs immediately after cooking to prevent overcooking and to make peeling easier
Can homemade egg salad be frozen?
Homemade egg salad can be frozen, but the texture may suffer and become watery and rubbery when thawed. It is recommended to keep it in the refrigerator and use it within 2 to 4 days.
How long does homemade egg salad keep in the refrigerator?
Homemade egg salad will last between 2 and 4 days in the refrigerator, depending on various factors such as ambient temperature and humidity.
Why does my egg salad always become so runny?
Your egg salad could become runny due to the ingredients or storage; the exact cause may vary. Normally, use less mayonnaise or cook the eggs longer.
How long can you eat egg salad?
It is safe to eat egg salad within 2 to 4 days after preparation, provided it has been stored correctly
What alternatives to mayonnaise can I use?
Instead of mayonnaise you can use yogurt, sour cream or avocado.