Bring color and joy to your Easter celebration with naturally dyed pickled Easter eggs. Using all-natural ingredients like onion skins, turmeric, and red cabbage, you can create vibrant and beautiful eggs that are not only visually appealing but also a healthier alternative to store-bought dyed eggs. Get ready to explore a world of natural colors as we guide you through the steps of creating these delightful culinary masterpieces.
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NATURAL DYES FOR EASTER EGGS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Yield each color will color 1 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- For all but the coffee color, in a 5 quart saucepan add 1 vegetable or ingredient. Add 4 quarts water, bring to a boil and cook for 1/2 hour or until the color is very dark. Allow to cool to room temperature and strain out vegetables. Add 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar and then add hard boiled eggs to each color. Refrigerate overnight. For the coffee color: brew the coffee. Allow to cool to room temperature. Add 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar, add hard boiled eggs, refrigerate overnight.
NATURALLY DYED PICKLED EASTER EGGS
Use beets, carrots, saffron and more to add flavor while coloring your eggs for Easter.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Easter Egg Pickles Lunch Spring Kid-Friendly Brunch Beet Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes 6 pickled eggs
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Place eggs in a medium glass heatproof jar. Cook vinegar, salt, sugar, and 1 cup water in a small pot over high heat, stirring, until salt and sugar dissolve.
- To make pink pickled eggs:
- Add beet, shallot, and bay leaf and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Pour over eggs, stir, and chill at least 3 hours or up to overnight for a darker shade of pink.
- To make yellow pickled eggs:
- Add ginger, peppercorns, and turmeric and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Pour over eggs, stir, and chill at least 3 hours or up to overnight for a darker shade of yellow.
- To make purple pickled eggs:
- Add cabbage and caraway seeds and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Pour over eggs. Add 1 tsp. baking soda and stir until foaming subsides, then stir in remaining 1 tsp. baking soda. Chill at least 3 hours or up to overnight for a darker shade of purple.
- To make orange pickled eggs:
- Add carrot, garlic, beet, and saffron and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Pour over eggs, stir, and chill at least 3 hours or up to overnight for a darker shade of orange.
- Do Ahead
- Pickled eggs can be made 5 days ahead. Remove from pickling brine once desired color has been reached, transfer to an airtight container, and chill.
COLORFUL NATURALLY-DYED DEVILED EGGS
Looking for a colorful science experiment? Get the kids (and adults) into the kitchen and use real food to dye deviled eggs. (P.S: The cabbage part is our favorite!)
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield 24 deviled eggs
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the turmeric with 1 1/2 cups water in a medium pot. Bring to a simmer over medium heat; gently simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in 1 tablespoon vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Let cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a heatproof container.
- Combine the beets with 1 1/2 cups water in a medium pot. Bring to a simmer over medium heat; gently simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in 1 tablespoon vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Let cool for 5 minutes, then strain into a heatproof container.
- Combine the cabbage with 2 1/2 cups water in a medium pot. Bring to a simmer over medium heat; gently simmer for 20 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, then strain half into a heatproof container and stir in the baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Strain the remaining liquid into a heatproof container and stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Add 6 egg whites to each container and let soak until the desired color (yellow, pink, lilac and teal), up to 1 hour. Drain the egg whites on a paper towel-lined plate before serving.
- Meanwhile, transfer the yolks to a food processor. Add the mayonnaise, mustard, remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon salt and pulse until smooth and creamy. Transfer the yolk mixture to a pastry bag fitted with a small round tip. Pipe swirly dollops of the mixture into each dyed white.
Tips:
- Prepare your eggs: Before dyeing, hard-boil and cool your eggs. To prevent cracking, add salt to the boiling water.
- Create a vinegar solution: Mix equal parts white vinegar and water in a container large enough to submerge your eggs.
- Natural Dye Preparation: Follow the provided recipes to prepare natural dyes using ingredients like red cabbage, turmeric, onion skins, or beets. Each recipe includes detailed instructions for creating vibrant colors.
- Dyeing Process: Place your hard-boiled eggs in the prepared dye solutions and let them sit for the recommended time. The longer they soak, the more intense the color will be.
- Rinsing and Drying: After dyeing, rinse the eggs with cold water and pat them dry with a clean towel. This removes excess dye and ensures a smooth finish.
- Optional Decoration: Once dry, you can decorate your eggs with creative designs using markers, stickers, or glitter. This adds a personal touch and makes them perfect for Easter egg hunts or decorations.
Conclusion:
Natural dyeing is a fun and eco-friendly way to decorate Easter eggs. By using ingredients like red cabbage, turmeric, onion skins, and beets, you can create a vibrant array of colors without using artificial dyes. The process is simple and enjoyable, making it a great activity for families with children. These naturally dyed eggs are not only beautiful but also a healthier alternative to store-bought dyed eggs. They are perfect for egg hunts, Easter baskets, and festive decorations. So, gather your natural ingredients, hard-boil some eggs, and let your creativity shine as you create unique and colorful Easter eggs using nature's palette.
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