Portugese Stuffed Eggs (Ovos Recheados)
Stuffed eggs are a popular first course in Portugal. They can also make a snack or light lunch or supper if served with a salad and good bread.
Serves
2
Cooking Time
15 mins
Cuisine
Portugese
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs, hard boiled
- 225g sardines, canned in tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp. mayonnaise
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. lemon juice
- Salt & pepper
- 1 tbsp. chopped parsley
Instructions
For Sardine Stuffing:
- Shell the eggs, then cut in half lengthwise.
- Scoop egg yolks into a bowl and mash with sardines.
- Work in enough mayonnaise to make a light paste.
- Add paprika, lemon juice, and seasoning to taste.
For Eggs:
- Stuff the sardine stuffing mixture between the halved egg whites.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
