Description
This Crispy Egg Salad recipe transforms classic egg salad by pan-frying it into golden, crispy patties topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Enhanced with a hint of spicy sriracha and fresh chives, it’s perfect served warm on toasted bread with creamy avocado and jalapeño slices for a flavorful, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Salad Mixture
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (kewpie mayonnaise optional)
- ½ tablespoon sriracha
- 2 teaspoons chives, finely chopped
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, a few turns
To Serve
- 1 slice toasted bread
- Sliced or mashed avocado
- Few slices jalapeño
- Olive or avocado oil cooking spray, for pan frying
Instructions
- Mix the Egg Salad: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped hard-boiled eggs with mayonnaise, sriracha, chopped chives, shredded mozzarella cheese, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Stir thoroughly until well combined.
- Pan Fry the Egg Salad: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly coat the pan with olive or avocado oil cooking spray. Spoon about ¼ cup of the egg mixture into the pan, shaping it slightly into a patty. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip and cook for an additional 1 minute on the other side. Avoid overcooking to keep the cheese melted but the patties manageable.
- Assemble: Toast a slice of bread and spread a layer of sliced or mashed avocado on it. Place the crispy egg salad patty on top and garnish with several slices of jalapeño. Serve immediately while warm to enjoy the perfect contrast of textures and flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs to ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Kewpie mayonnaise adds a unique umami flavor but is optional.
- Adjust sriracha quantity to control the spice level.
- Be gentle when flipping the egg patties to keep them intact.
- Best served immediately to maintain crispiness.
- Can be adapted to gluten-free by using gluten-free bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crispy egg salad, egg salad patties, pan-fried egg salad, spicy egg salad, mozzarella egg salad
