How to Make Easy Homemade Pickled Eggs

Knowing how to make easy homemade pickled eggs is the perfect home food preservation method for eggs.

This time of the year, we get covered up in fresh eggs. This is a good thing! I definitely will not complain. But, with all these eggs, I have to find several different ways to preserve them.

I Water Glass most of them and freeze quite a bit, but, sometimes, I take several and make a batch of this easy pickled egg recipe!

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There is nothing quite like a pickled egg. They are so tangy and satisfying. I like to keep a batch going in the fridge all summer long as a quick side dish to a meal. They make a healthy snack or a perfect side dish.

I remember when I was growing up, picked eggs seemed yucky to me, ha ha. Now, I can eat 2 at a meal no problem! Honestly, during the summer months, pickled eggs are a go to snack or side dish for me.

Here’s the method for water glassing farm fresh eggs: https://therosehomestead.com/how-to-water-glass-eggs/

When I think of preserving eggs, I generally think of water glassing. However, pickling is also a great way to preserve them. They will last for a long time in the fridge and just keep tasting better and better as time goes by.

The process of pickling eggs is quite simple. You only really need to submerge boiled eggs in a vinegar/salt solution pickling brine solution. This solution acts as a preservative for the eggs.

There are many variations of pickled eggs and all sorts of brines you can make. It is almost overwhelming if you search for a pickled egg recipe. But, in all actuality, it’s really a simple process.

The pickling liquid is called a brine. For my recipe, I prefer to use a combination of white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, and water, as well as salt.

This is one of the best pickled eggs recipe. So tangy and flavorful.

You can use straight white vinegar or straight apple cider vinegar, however, I find the best flavor comes from a combination. I prefer to use some water, but, you don’t have to.

Alternatively, you can use pickled beet juice for the brine.

The first step in this process and to hard boil some large eggs. Once they are done, submerge them in cold water for at least 5 minutes.

For my technique of making the perfect hard boiled eggs, click here: https://therosehomestead.com/how-to-boil-eggs-in-the-instant-pot/

This is the Instant Pot I use: Instant Pot

This is great for older eggs as well as store-bought eggs.

Gather a clean/sterilized large jar and lid. I prefer using a half gallon mason jar.

Peel the eggs. I usually do a dozen at a time. Place eggs in the jar.

Next, it’s time to prepare the brine for this easy recipe. You can use the brine from pickled red beets or yellow beets to make the perfect pickled eggs as well!

In a small saucepan, add the water, vinegar, and salt. Heat until you have hot water and brine. Stir well. Bring to a boil then lower the temperature to a simmer on medium heat for 2-3 minutes until salt and sugar dissolves.

After it has simmered it’s time to pour it over the eggs. Optionally, you can add black pepper corns, whole cloves, mustard seeds, or red pepper flakes to the eggs before pouring the brine over the eggs.

Pour the brine over the eggs making sure they are fully submerged. Place a lid on the jar.

Allow the eggs to cool to room temperature.

After they have completely cooled, move them to the fridge.

For best results allow them to pickle for at least 7 days before eating.

This time allows the flavor to fully develop.

Store in the fridge for 3-4 months.

I hope you will give these a try!

Serving Suggestions

Chop pickled eggs and add mayo, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and a dash of paprika. Mix well for the most amazing egg salad ever!

Slice in half and serve as a side dish to most any meal.

Slice in half and remove the yolks. Add mayo, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well and spoon the mixture back into the egg whites for a fun twist on deviled eggs!