Pickled Eggs with Sausage & Onions
Hard-boiled eggs, sliced sausage, and tender onions pickled in a spiced vinegar brine. A tangy, savory snack or appetizer that improves with time and keeps for months in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
- *6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
- *1 pound sausage of your choice (such as kielbasa or smoked sausage), sliced
- *1 onion, thinly sliced
- *1 cup white vinegar
- *1 cup water
- *1/4 cup sugar
- *1 tablespoon salt
- *1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- *1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- *1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- 2
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 3
Place the peeled hard-boiled eggs, sliced sausage, and thinly sliced onion in a clean glass jar or container with a lid.
- 4
Carefully pour the hot vinegar mixture over the eggs, sausage, and onions, ensuring everything is fully submerged.
- 5
Allow the pickling liquid to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate. The pickled eggs will develop more flavor as they sit.