Spiderweb eggs, also known as century eggs, preserved eggs, or thousand-year eggs, are a unique Chinese delicacy with a fascinating history and distinctive taste. These eggs undergo a curing process that involves coating them in a mixture of clay, ash, salt, and quicklime, resulting in a marbled interior and a rich, pungent flavor. In this article, we will explore the intriguing world of spiderweb eggs, delving into their history, cultural significance, and culinary applications. We will also unveil several delectable recipes that showcase the versatility of this unique ingredient, taking you on a culinary journey that is both adventurous and rewarding.
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SPIDERWEB EGGS
It may look like a swarm of spiders got into the henhouse, but these hard-boiled eggs are another Halloween hoax. Webs are "spun" with the help of blueberries, which are added to the water as the eggs cook.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Yield Makes 1 Dozen
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place eggs in single layer in a large saucepan, and cover with water and blueberries. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 10 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove eggs one at a time, and place on a folded kitchen towel. Lightly crack shell on side with the handle of a whisk or a wooden spoon. Transfer egg to medium bowl; cover with cooking water. Repeat with remaining eggs. Let eggs cool completely in water in refrigerator.
- Carefully peel shells from eggs. Serve with salt and pepper.
SPIDERWEB DEVILED EGGS
Make and share this Spiderweb Deviled Eggs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Food.com
Categories Halloween
Time 2h30m
Yield 12 Deviled Eggs
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place 6 eggs in a pot, cover with water. Bring to a boil then continue cooking 10-12 minutes.
- Remove eggs and rinse in cold water.
- Crack the shells, gently, with the back of a spoon. Do not remove shells.
- Add 2 cups of water and a 4-5 drops of black food coloring to a bowl and submerge eggs. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Remove eggs from water and carefully de-shell, revealing spider-web-looking eggs.
- Cut eggs in half lengthwise. Slip out yolks and mash in a small bowl. Stir in mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper. Pipe or spoon filling into each egg half.
- Cut a whole olive in half lengthwise. Put one half on mashed yolk for the spider's body. Thinly slice the other half for the spider's legs. Place four legs on each side of the body.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.7, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 93, Sodium 100.9, Carbohydrate 0.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.2
SPIDER WEB DEVILED EGGS
Steps:
- Combine 2 quarts water with the food coloring in a saucepot. Gently place the eggs in the water. Set over high heat and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover, remove from the heat and set aside for 10 minutes.
- Remove the eggs from the water and place on paper towels. Lightly tap the eggs with a spoon to crack the shells. Transfer the eggs to a container with some ice and pour the cooking liquid over the eggs. Chill until completely cold.
- Gently peel the eggs. Slice a thin sliver off the narrow end of each egg so the eggs can stand upright when plated. Cut off the wide end of each egg and use a small spoon or the tip of a butter knife to gently scoop out the egg yolk into a mini food processor or mixing bowl. Process the yolks (or smash with a fork). Add the mayonnaise, vinegar, salt and pepper and mix until smooth. Spoon or pipe the yolk filling into the egg white cups.
- Place the egg white cups upright on a serving platter. Sprinkle a pinch of paprika on top of the yolks. Finish each egg with a sprig of fresh dill. Serve chilled.
SPIDER WEB GUACAMOLE DEVILED EGGS RECIPE - (3.8/5)
Provided by ROBandSEAN
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Boil eggs. Cool under running water and refrigerate for about 4 hours or overnight. Remove eggs from the refrigerator and using the back of a spoon, tap the shells in various places. This is what gives you the spiderweb pattern. Into a large bowl and add enough water to cover the eggs and add the gel food coloring and mix well. Add eggs to colored water and Refrigerate the eggs overnight. Drain water and peel the shells to reveal the cool spidery webs of color. This is the most fun part of this recipe. The eggs are stunningly beautiful. I may never color Easter eggs the same way again. Cut eggs in half, place yolks in a food processor and continue to prepare the guacamole egg filling below. Place egg white halves in single layer in a shallow dish and refrigerate until ready to assemble. In a food processor, blend yolks, avocado, lime, and herbs and spices until very smooth. Transfer into a piping bag with a star tip and pipe into spiderweb eggs and garnish with crushed blue corn chips or red pepper flakes (not pictured) or even top with your favorite salsa for a bloody effect. Enjoy!
SPIDER DEVILED EGGS FOR HALLOWEEN
Looking for some easy Halloween ideas for a potluck or your Halloween party? Everyone loves deviled eggs and they are easily turned into creepy spider deviled eggs.
Provided by Tinkerbell
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Kids Cute and Fun
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 15 minutes. Remove eggs from hot water, cool under cold running water, and peel.
- Cut each egg in half lengthwise, remove the yolks, and place the yolks in a bowl with the mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mash the yolks and stir the mixture until smooth and thoroughly combined.
- Fill each egg half with the deviled yolk mixture using a spoon, piping bag, or a sturdy plastic bag with a corner cut off.
- Cut olives in half and place 1 half on each filled egg as the spider body. Cut the other olive half into 4 strips. Cut each strip in half, so you end up with 8 thin olive pieces for the legs. Arrange 4 olive legs on each side of the spider body. Dust with paprika.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 93.4 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 100.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
SPIDERWEB DEVILED EGGS
Cute & Good
Provided by Amethyst Pendragon
Categories Other Appetizers
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- 1. 2 teaspoons black gel or paste food coloring 12 eggs 6 tablespoons chipotle mayonnaise (from 12 oz. bottle) 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper Chopped fresh chives
- 2. 1. Place eggs in a single layer in a large pot and add enough cold water to cover by 1 inch. Cover pot and heat to boiling. Immediately remove from heat and let stand for 15 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove eggs from water and transfer to paper towels. Using handle of a wooden spoon, tap each egg gently in several places creating cracks (I cracked my eggs 13 times each, just because). Transfer eggs to a large bowl. Add just enough water to completely cover all eggs. Add black food coloring to bowl and gently agitate to mix in the coloring. Let sit in refrigerator for 2 hours. 2. Peel eggs. Tip: wear gloves to protect your hands from discoloration. Cut eggs lengthwise in half. Slip out yolks into a medium bowl. Set egg whites aside. Mash yolks with a fork until smooth. Stir in mayonnaise, relish, celery, salt, and pepper until blended. 3. Mound or pipe egg yolk mixture into egg white halves. Garnish with chives. Serve, or cover and refrigerate.
Tips:
- To make the perfect spiderweb eggs, use a nonstick skillet and cook the eggs over medium-low heat. This will help prevent the eggs from sticking to the pan and will allow them to cook evenly.
- Use a fork to create the spiderweb pattern in the eggs. Start by making a circle in the center of the egg and then drag the fork outward to create the spokes of the web.
- Be patient when cooking the spiderweb eggs. It will take a few minutes for the eggs to cook through. Don't rush the process or you will end up with overcooked eggs.
- Serve the spiderweb eggs immediately with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include salt, pepper, cheese, salsa, and avocado.
Conclusion:
Spiderweb eggs are a fun and easy way to add some creativity to your breakfast or brunch. They are also a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen. With a little practice, you can make spiderweb eggs that are both delicious and visually appealing.
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