Egg and lettuce cups
Discover a delightful and easy Egg and Lettuce Cups recipe. Perfectly hard-boiled eggs mixed with creamy mayonnaise and a hint of curry powder served in fresh, crisp lettuce leaves. A light and refreshing bite-sized snack or appetizer ready in minutes!
Cook time 10 min
Prep time 15 min
Ingredients:
4 eggs1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp curry powder
12 lettuce leaves
Egg and lettuce cups are a delightful and nutritious way to enjoy a healthy meal. This simple recipe combines the classic flavors of eggs, mayonnaise, and curry powder, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. It's perfect for a light snack or can be served as an appetizer at a gathering.
Instructions:
- Place the 4 eggs in a medium-sized saucepan and cover them with cold water.
- Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it reaches a rolling boil, reduce the heat to medium and let the eggs simmer for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, remove the eggs from the hot water and immediately place them in a bowl of ice water. Allow them to cool for about 5 minutes.
- Once cooled, peel the eggs carefully, ensuring that you remove all the shells.
- Place the peeled eggs in a mixing bowl and mash with a fork until you achieve a chunky consistency.
- Add 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise and 1 teaspoon of curry powder to the mashed eggs.
- Mix all the ingredients well until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Wash and dry the 12 lettuce leaves thoroughly. Pat them dry with a paper towel if necessary. Choose leaves that are sturdy enough to hold the egg mixture.
- Lay each lettuce leaf flat on a serving platter or plate.
- Spoon a generous amount of the egg mixture onto the center of each leaf. Aim to distribute the mixture evenly among the 12 leaves.
- Your egg and lettuce cups are ready to serve immediately.
- For added presentation, you can sprinkle a pinch of extra curry powder on top or add a few fresh herbs like chives or parsley.
Tips:
- Use fresher eggs for better texture and taste. Hard-boil the eggs and let them cool before peeling.
- Chopping the eggs finely will help in achieving a more consistent mixture with the mayonnaise and curry powder.
- Adjust the amount of curry powder to taste, depending on how spicy you like your food.
- If you're looking for a lower-fat option, consider using reduced-fat mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
- Serve the egg mix in crisp and fresh lettuce leaves to ensure a good crunch.
- Prepare the cups just before serving to prevent the lettuce from wilting.
Egg and lettuce cups are a fantastic option for a quick, healthy, and tasty dish. They are easy to prepare and bring a bit of fun and sophistication to your table. Whether you're making them for a casual lunch or a fancy dinner, these cups are sure to please.
Nutrition per serving
4 ServingsCalories 100kcal
Protein 7g
Carbohydrates 2.50g
Fiber 1.00g
Sugar 0.49g
Fat 7g
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