Easter eggs in onion skins
4 servings
60 minutes
Easter eggs dyed in onion skins are a traditional Russian method for coloring eggs for the bright holiday of Easter. This method has been used for centuries, allowing for a natural, warm hue without chemical dyes. Onion skins give the eggs a rich, velvety reddish-brown color, and the natural patterns make each egg unique. The taste of the eggs remains familiar, but the preparation process fills the home with an atmosphere of coziness and ancient traditions. These eggs are not only a symbol of rebirth and new life but also an ornament for the festive table and a great way to spend time with family while creating beauty by hand.
1
Wash the onion peels well, place them in a pot with water, bring to a boil, and cook for about 30 minutes.
- Onion skins: 500 g
2
When the broth turns a rich bright burgundy, carefully place the eggs with the shells in the pot and boil them for about 30 more minutes.
- Chicken egg: 12 pieces
3
Take the eggs, cool them, and you can decorate them with Easter stickers (the eggs are also beautiful without stickers).