About
A traditional German dish featuring hard-boiled eggs served with a tangy mustard sauce. The creamy, slightly spicy sauce complements the mild eggs perfectly. Typically served as an appetizer or side dish at family gatherings or casual meals.
Cultural Context
Senf-Eier are a staple of German home cooking, often prepared for quick lunches or as part of a cold buffet. They reflect the German tradition of simple, flavorful dishes using pantry staples.
Ingredients
6 eggs(hard-boiled and peeled)
2 tbspmustard(preferably German medium-hot mustard)
1 tbspvinegar(white wine vinegar)
1 tspsugar
1/2 tspsalt
1/4 tsppepper(freshly ground)
3 tbspoil(neutral oil like sunflower)
2 tbspwater
parsley(chopped, for garnish)
Method
Techniques Used
Regional Variations
Bavaria
Sometimes includes horseradish in the sauce
Swabia
May be served with pretzels instead of bread
Dietary
VegetarianGluten-Freeeggs
Sources
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Eckart Witzigmann — Die deutsche Küche
2005cookbook
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Alfons Schuhbeck — Meine Küche der Gewürze
2008cookbook
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German National Tourist Board — Traditional German Food