Spicy Thai Egg Salad
A quick, tangy, and spicy Thai egg salad made with soft-boiled eggs and a bold, fresh dressing.

Ready in
18 min
2
Quick info
Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Total
18 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
220
Tools
Pot
Knife
Cutting board
Mortar and pestle
Ingredients
Quantities adjust from the original 2 servings. Fixed items stay unchanged.
Eggs
Sauce
Preparation
- 1
Cook the eggs
8 min1Cook the eggs
8 minBoil the eggs for about 8 minutes. Let them cool completely, then peel and cut in half.
Transfer to cold water to stop the cooking and make peeling easier.
- 2
Prepare the sauce
5 min2Prepare the sauce
5 minIn a mortar, crush the chilies with the sugar. Add fish sauce, lime juice, and shallot, then mix well.
Adjust lime juice and fish sauce to balance acidity and saltiness.
- 3
Assemble
2 min3Assemble
2 minArrange the eggs on a plate and pour the sauce over them. Serve immediately.
Serve fresh for the best flavor and texture.
Notes & tips
Tips
- Use fresh lime juice for best flavor.
- Adjust chili level to your spice preference.
- Serve immediately after assembling.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 220
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