Ingredients for An Egg On The Ritz
- Hard Boiled Eggs
- Tomato Ketchup
- Tabasco Sauce
- Ritz Crackers
- Kosher Salt
- Freshly cracked coarse black pepper to taste
- Dried Leaf Basil
How to Make An Egg On The Ritz
- **Hard-Boil Eggs:** Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water by 1/2 inch. Bring to a gentle boil, then remove from heat, cover, and let sit for exactly 12 minutes. Immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath until completely cool.
- **Prepare the Zesty Sauce:** In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon ketchup and 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or more, to taste).
- **Slice the Eggs:** Once cool, peel and slice the hard-boiled eggs into 6 even slices using an egg slicer (or a sharp knife).
- **Assemble the Appetizer:** Place each egg slice on a Ritz cracker. Top with a small dollop (about 1/4 teaspoon) of the ketchup-Tabasco sauce.
- **Season and Garnish:** Sprinkle each egg slice with salt and freshly cracked coarse black pepper. For an extra touch, garnish with a small, sliced fresh basil leaf.
- **Serve immediately** and enjoy!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
9g
Fat
4g
Carbs
2g
