Pan-Seared Hard Boiled Eggs with Bacon

Ingredients

• 4 hard boiled eggs (peeled and sliced in half)
• 1 tsp canola oil
• 1 tbsp butter (one pat)
• 2 tsp mayonnaise (a little bit on each egg half)
• black pepper (to taste)
• 2 slices bacon (cooked and broken into pieces)

Steps

1. 1

   Slice the peeled hard boiled eggs in half lengthwise.

2. 2

   Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little canola oil and a pat of butter.

3. 3

   Place the egg halves cut-side down into the hot skillet.

4. 4

   Sauté the eggs for a few minutes until the edges are nice and evenly browned and crispy.

5. 5

   Remove the eggs from the pan and place them on a serving plate cut-side up.

6. 6

   Top each egg half with a small dollop of mayonnaise.

7. 7

   Season with freshly cracked black pepper.

8. 8

   Finish each egg with a piece of crispy bacon.

Notes

The author notes that the bacon provides enough saltiness for the dish, so additional salt may not be necessary. This is described as a superior way to enjoy hard-boiled eggs, mimicking the flavors of a classic bacon and egg breakfast with added texture.

Nutrition per serving

• appetizer
• snack
• breakfast
• eggs
• keto
• low-carb
• pan-seared