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Crispy Fried Boiled Eggs

Hard-boiled eggs chilled, halved, and pan-fried in beef tallow (or other high smoke point oil) until crispy and golden.

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easy
24 min
2
vegetarian
gluten-free
low-carb
keto
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 14 min
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Chef Boyd Brown III
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Ingredients
  • Large eggsboiled, peeled, halved
  • Beef tallow(optional)Wagyu beef tallow mentioned; use enough to coat skillet; any high smoke point oil works
  • High smoke point oil(optional)alternative to beef tallow, for frying
  • Cold waterfor ice/cold water bath after boiling
  • Seasonings(optional)dress them up however you like
Instructions
  1. 1

    Boil large eggs for 10 to 12 minutes.

    11 min

  2. 2

    Transfer eggs to cold water and chill for 5 to 10 minutes to stop cooking and make peeling easier.

    8 min

  3. 3

    Peel the eggs, then slice them in half lengthwise.

    1 min

  4. 4

    Heat beef tallow (or another high smoke point oil) in a skillet over medium-high heat.

    1 min

  5. 5

    Place egg halves cut-side down in the skillet and fry until they slide around easily and develop a golden crust around the edges.

    3 min

  6. 6

    Season/dress as desired and serve.

    1 min

Equipment Needed
Pot
Bowl for cold water bath
Skillet
Knife

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