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Crispy Egg Salad with Fried Breadcrumbs
Emily

Crispy Egg Salad

A texture-rich twist on classic egg salad featuring golden, garlic-infused fried breadcrumbs. Perfect for sandwiches or lettuce wraps.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs or coarse homemade crumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.33 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives chopped
  • 0.5 tsp red chili flakes

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Small Skillet
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Transfer eggs to an ice bath immediately to cool completely. Peel and chop coarsely.
  3. Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and chili flakes.
  4. Stir constantly for 3-4 minutes until crumbs are deep golden brown and crispy. Remove from heat immediately.
  5. Whisk mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  6. Fold the chopped eggs and chives gently into the dressing.
  7. Serve topped with a generous amount of the crispy breadcrumbs.

Notes

  • Store breadcrumbs separate from the salad to keep them crispy.
  • Add diced celery or pickles for extra crunch inside the salad.