Spicy Egg Appetizer with Crispy Onions
8 servings
30 minutes
A spicy egg appetizer with crispy onions is a refined dish of French cuisine that combines the tenderness of egg mousse with the crunchy aromatic notes of golden onions. The history of such a recipe dates back centuries when simple ingredients were transformed into gastronomic masterpieces. The velvety texture of yolks whipped with mayonnaise, mustard, and lemon juice fills the taste with a soft tanginess and spiciness, while the crispy onion adds textural contrast enjoyment. The finishing touch of fresh herbs and lemon zest gives the dish a special freshness. This elegant appetizer is perfect for a festive table or sophisticated aperitif, surprising guests with its rich flavor nuances and refined presentation.
1
Special tools: pastry bag and large star tip.
2
Place the eggs in a small bowl and cover with water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and cover. Let sit for 9 minutes. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and immerse them in ice-cold water.
- Chicken egg (large): 12 pieces
3
Meanwhile, heat oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until golden brown (the onion should be crispy). Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to paper towels; season with salt and let cool.
- Vegetable oil: 0.8 glass
- Shallots: 1 head
- Salt: to taste
4
Clean the eggs and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks and place them in a medium bowl; set aside the whites. Add mayonnaise, mustard, and lemon juice to the yolks, whisk or mix until smooth; season with salt and add lemon juice to taste.
- Chicken egg (large): 12 pieces
- Mayonnaise: 5 tablespoon
- Dijon mustard: 2 teaspoons
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: to taste
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
5
Mix chives, parsley, lemon zest, and prepared onion in a small bowl; add salt.
- Chives: 2 tablespoons
- Chopped parsley: 2 tablespoons
- Grated lemon zest: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
6
Attach a star tip to a piping bag (or take a regular plastic bag with a seal and cut off a corner). Transfer the yolk mixture to the piping bag and squeeze it into the egg white halves. Sprinkle with prepared herbs.