Best 7 Chicago Deli Egg Salad Recipes
In the heart of Chicago's bustling culinary scene, there lies a classic delicacy that has tantalized taste buds for generations: the iconic Chicago-style egg salad. Known for its creamy, flavorful, and versatile nature, this dish has earned a special place in the city's rich culinary heritage. With variations ranging from traditional to modern interpretations, there's an egg salad recipe for every palate. From the classic combination of hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, celery, and onion to the more adventurous additions of avocado, bacon, or even truffle oil, the endless possibilities of this dish make it a true culinary chameleon. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch option, a delightful appetizer, or a side dish to complement your favorite meal, Chicago-style egg salad promises to deliver a taste of pure satisfaction. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore a collection of beloved Chicago-style egg salad recipes, each with its unique twist on this timeless classic.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
THE BEST EGG SALAD
The Best Egg Salad is made with simple ingredients and is so creamy delicious! So easy to put together with the best flavor and is perfect on top of a sandwich! You will make this recipe again and again!
Provided by Alyssa Rivers
Categories Salad
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add the eggs to a saucepan and fill with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let the eggs stand for 10-12 minutes. Take the eggs out of the water and let cool.
- Peel and chop the eggs and add them to a medium sized bowl. Add mayonnaise, dill, chives, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper. Mix well. Spread on bread or use with your favorite crackers.
CLASSIC EGG SALAD WITH RELISH
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel and roughly chop the hard-boiled eggs. Add to a large bowl with the mayonnaise, chives, relish and Dijon. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide the egg salad among 4 slices of bread. Top each sandwich with the additional bread slices. Cut and discard the crusts, if desired.
THE BEST EGG SALAD
While we love a jazzed up version of egg salad, we always come back to this one for its simplicity, clean flavors and sheer nostalgia. This is the best version of a classic egg salad. It's bright with herbs and the mayonnaise-to-egg ratio is just right, making it perfectly mound-able on a sandwich or bowl of greens. If you are serving a crowd, the recipe is easily doubled, or you can just keep some extra in the fridge for whenever the craving strikes.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cover the eggs with at least 2 inches of water in a medium saucepan and bring to a rolling boil. Remove from the heat, cover and let sit for 10 minutes. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool completely.
- Mix together the mayonnaise, celery, onions, parsley, mustard, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a medium bowl. Peel and roughly chop the eggs, add to the mayonnaise mixture and toss gently to combine. Serve right away, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
EGGLESS EGG SALAD
Since adopting a vegan diet two years ago, I found the food I missed most was eggs! (I thought it would be pastrami, but who knew?) This recipe combines the flavors of my favorite eggless egg salads tasted along the way.
Provided by Yosemite Chef
Categories Spreads
Time 20m
Yield 4 sandwiches, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Slice one-third of the tofu and mash in a bowl.
- Add the other ingredients in whatever order you wish.
- I like to slice and cube the remaining tofu so it resembles the egg salad I grew up with: kind of chunky with the yolks fully incorporated.
- Enjoy on rye bread or on crispy crackers.
- Bon appetite!
SOUTHERN-STYLE EGG SALAD
Southern egg salad, primarily used for sandwiches. Serve on fresh bread of your choice. My wife likes to make double-decker sandwiches (utilizing whole wheat bread for the center slice) with pimento cheese on the other half. Trim the edges and cut into 2 or 3 pieces. Great for tailgating.
Provided by Walter R.
Categories Salad Egg Salad Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cover eggs with water in a saucepan, bring to a low boil, let boil slowly for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Transfer eggs to ice water to chill for 5 minutes; peel. Grate eggs into a medium mixing bowl and add mayonnaise, relish, mustard, sugar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Mix well.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 114.4 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 185.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
BEST-EVER EGG SALAD SANDWICHES
Categories Sandwich Egg Mustard Olive Sauté Picnic Kid-Friendly Mother's Day Back to School Lunch Mayonnaise Bacon Spring Bon Appétit Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Small Plates
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sauté bacon in heavy large skillet over medium heat until brown and crisp, about 8 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Cut bacon slices crosswise in half.
- Combine chopped eggs, celery, and olives in bowl. Mix in 1/4 cup mayonnaise and mustard. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place toast slices on work surface; spread lightly with remaining mayonnaise. Divide egg salad among 6 toast slices. Place 4 bacon pieces, then 2 lettuce leaves atop egg salad on each. Cover with remaining toast slices, mayonnaise side down. Cut sandwiches diagonally in half.
ELI ZABAR'S EGG SALAD SANDWICH
In 1975, Eli Zabar, the owner of E.A.T., Eli's at the Vinegar Factory and numerous restaurants and markets throughout the city, invented what he calls the platonic ideal of an egg salad sandwich. He did it by eliminating half the egg whites. During this period, he was into simplicity, he said, and he wanted to get to the essential "egginess" of egg salad. The recipe remains unchanged more than 40 years later. But what of all the leftover hard-cooked egg whites? E.A.T. sells them as chopped egg white salad in two versions: plain, and dressed with mayonnaise and dill. Waste not, want not.
Provided by Elaine Louie
Categories easy, lunch, quick, weekday, main course
Time 30m
Yield 2 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put the eggs in a medium pan and cover them with cold water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 10 minutes. Place pan in the sink under cold running water until the eggs are cool.
- Peel the eggs. Remove the yolks from 4 of them (save the whites for another use). Chop the 4 yolks with the 4 remaining whole eggs.
- In a medium bowl, gently and quickly mix the chopped eggs, mayonnaise, and salt and pepper to taste. Add the dill, mix the egg salad once more, and make into sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 178, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 200 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use high-quality hard-boiled eggs that are fresh and hard-cooked for 10-12 minutes.
- Chop the eggs finely for a creamy texture.
- Use a combination of mayonnaise and sour cream for a balanced flavor.
- Add a touch of Dijon mustard for a bit of tang.
- Finely chop the celery and onion for a crunchy texture.
- Season the egg salad with salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chives for a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Chicago-deli-style egg salad is a classic dish that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or snack. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own, on a sandwich, or as a salad topping. With its creamy texture, tangy flavor, and crunchy vegetables, this egg salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So, grab a hard-boiled egg and get cooking!
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