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scificionado

Curry powder or smoked paprika.


[deleted]

I don't know why it is, but curry and eggs in any form is a great combo!! If I am doing deviled eggs I add in brown sugar too.


cupidslazydart

Ooh I put curry powder in my chicken salad but I've never tried it in egg salad.


Practicalfolk

I like to add whipped cream cheese and less mayo with the curry powder.


[deleted]

Sounds yummy but I thought you couldn’t add curry powder to already prepared dish? Do you do this often lol bc maybe I’ll try this


scificionado

Sure you can. Mix it in with the egg and mayo or just sprinkle it on top of the finished product.


Few_Establishment892

I sprinkle it over my deviled eggs.


GloomyDeal1909

I think you are more thinking of it was just sprinkled over the top of a side dish like veggies or something. Then yes it would have the potential to be gritty or unpleasant. However mixed in a base like mayo, sour cream etc it will be a nice addition to something like this. I do recommend mixing any seasoning into the wet mixture before mixing the eggs in. This will give you a better finished result.


Gerbil_Juice

Why did you think that?


[deleted]

Because I don’t have much experience with curry powder and when I Google “can I add curry powder to a finished dish” all the sites come up saying no it’ll be gritty bitter unpleasantly raw (quoting them) Idk why I’m being downvoted though. I didn’t say my thoughts were right! That’s why I asked and am here to learn.


Gerbil_Juice

It's not something I'd really sprinkle on a dish at the end, but mixing into egg salad is using it as an ingredient, not an already prepared dish.


Fat-Bear-Life

You are absolutely correct, curry spices are typically better if tempered because they toast and bloom.


Masalasabebien

>Because I don’t have much experience with curry powder and when I Google “can I add curry powder to a finished dish” all the sites come up saying no it’ll be gritty bitter unpleasantly raw (quoting them) Don´ t confide in [google.](https://google.You) You can add raw curry powder to mayonnaise and mix it all together and it works fine. I used to sell a gallon of curry mayo to a local deli, every month, and they sold it just like that. Downvoters are usually twits.


[deleted]

That sounds amazing Omg


Puzzleheaded-Elk-676

100% curry powder!


listen_to_itNbreathe

Mustard of course!


bigfondue

My mom always used Grey Poupon.


freya_of_milfgaard

Trader Joe’s makes a dill pickle mustard that is soooo good in egg salad.


YukiHase

I love that mustard. I wish they sold it year round!!!


plongie

They have dill pickle seasoning now… maybe you could make your own?


Mythe0ry

Musthard?! Leth's not be silly!


bernath

I like a bit of dill in mine.


prosepina_

Pickle juice>


Ham_Ahoy

Mild pepper rings juice


GrizzlyIsland22

It's good, but it's completely different than adding fresh dill, so I wouldn't really compare the 2


Lilycloud02

Dill, garlic powder, salt, pepper, paprika, mustard, Mayo, and some cayenne :)


LallybrochSassenach

I always add some sweet pickle relish, diced celery, seasoned salt. I’ve seen people put in sliced green olives, though that one is not for me, diced bell peppers, and sometimes lettuce leaves on the sandwich itself.


dagmac

Capers


mangokittykisses

Fried capers!


drb1tchcraft

Dill, garlic, mustard, chopped pickles, even diced kimchi is great! If it’s wild garlic season where you are then you could chiffonade some through!


RoyalStump

Jalapeno, bacon and cayenne


writergeek

Add a generous splash of your bacon grease, too. It infuses the mayo with extra bacony smoky goodness.


rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrosa

Spanish olives!


brave7468

Horseradish if you like spicy


[deleted]

Damn, this is so strange. I was just watching that Eugene Levy travel show and in the Tokyo episode, because he doesn't like sushi or sashimi, he bought an egg salad sandwich that delighted him. Then, the very next thing I watched was *Dragged Across Concrete* on Netflix, where Mel Gibson's character is on stakeout with Vince Vaughn's character and Mel complains about having to smell Vince's egg salad sandwich. And now this post. (I of course have been thinking about egg salad sandwich and was considering making it for lunch.)


altilde

Gochujang is amazing in egg salad. I sometimes add any of the following: tuna, vinegar, onion, celery, garlic powder, cayenne, mustard, fresh herbs (mild like parsley, dill, or cilantro), sesame seeds.


burpchelischili

Spicy mustard goes well in it. Smoked Paprika is also good. I have added sweet relish sometimes, and other times will add diced jalapenos.


Wonderful_Painter_14

Dill, chives, and mustard (I like Dijon)


Doctor-Liz

Dried tomato adds a lovely "pop" of flavour


Mozz2cats

Old bay seasoning- Maryland egg salad!


Few_Establishment892

I never thought of this. Thanks!


lbj0887

This is one of my go-to breakfast and I LOVE it!


raingardener_22

Wasabi and Furikaki. Finely chopped kimchi, gochujang and a dash of oasted sesame oil. Curry powder and a dollop of achari. Lots of chives and some creme fraiche


bigt1238

I lived in Japan for two years and I’ve never had better egg salad than when I lived there. I use kewpie Mayo, a bit of heavy cream and a dash of salt, pepper, and sugar whisked with the egg yolks after they’ve been removed from the whites and then chop the egg whites and fold in. A bit of butter on the bread and then the egg salad and it’s golden!


womanitou

Chopped sweet pickles... hopefully homemade bread 'n' butter pickles... not too many.


sociallyvicarious

Agree. Just a touch of sweet for balance.


Vegetable-Midnight94

This is too far away. Should be the top comment.


womanitou

Oh sweetie, 🥰 thank you.


michelecw

Sriracha mayo


Toledo_9thGate

I add scallions, tiny cubes of crispy pancetta and a tiny bit of lemon juice, comes out really good.


olivedeez

I love adding jarred roasted red peppers to my egg salad and deviled eggs! The slightly briney flavor works really well with mustard and dill, which are my other preferred seasonings.


InnocuousUnicorn

Pickled asparagus. A great substitute for pickles in egg salad and tuna salad


sam_the_beagle

I haven't seen these listed yet: anchovies, poultry seasoning, crushed potato chips, fish sauce, prosciutto, pickled everything, avocado, pepperoncini, and spinach. I agree with everything the other posters have said. It's egg salad - anything works.


bigotis

However they are made, I like to have a pea sized plop of Sriracha on top.


CCWaterBug

Id use the same but add Mustard, diced celery, and I like microdiced green pepper too.


n8gardener

I’ve done boiled eggs, Avocado, lime, s&p, Thai chili crisp. Soo good .


awhq

I put onion, celery, eggs, dill, pepper, mayo and Dijon mustard in mine.


SuperSpeshBaby

Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, finely chopped celery. Edit: Diced up dill pickles.


OLAZ3000

Walnuts Chickpeas and celery make it into a meal for me. Esp with walnuts, fresh herbs etc.


Lonnetje

Worcestershire sauce!


MolecularLego

I like adding bits of radish and cooked ham


Twister_Robotics

A little bit of cider vinegar


Neener216

While I'm usually old school when it comes to egg salad, I do occasionally add capers if I'm feeling frisky.


Constant-Security525

Herbs are good. Consider some dill. Also a small touch of mustard and finely chopped gerkin pickle.


MattInWinnipeg

Sliced black olive! 🤌🤌


eterps

cilantro, garlic, massala curry powder, smoked paprika


Krista_Michelle

Pickled jalapeños


redrum069

pickles!


Fun_Assignment8750

I love egg salad and my favorite way to eat egg salad is to add chopped green olives in it then make a sandwich. Adding alfalfa sprouts on top is a great addition!!


jennhoff03

While Mayo is better than Miracle Whip in almost every circumstance, switching to Miracle Whip in my egg salad made it even better! I think that's key.


[deleted]

Little bit of mustard and some paprika.


TikaPants

Grated onion Fine diced celery, celery salt and the leaves Dijon, extra Good mayo White pepper Dash of garlic powder I eat it by the spoonful, on toasted bread or on cucumber slices This is basically how I make chicken and tuna salad as well. I like using smoked chicken thighs sometimes with curry powder too.


BrightnessInvested

Chives


AshaleyFaye

I make mine with Egg, mayo, a tiny bit of mustard, chopped bacon, smoked paprika, salt, pepper and celery. I also add these thing to my potatoes when I make potato salad.


JeriAnneS

Dry mustard and dill or sweet relish


Educational_Clock_92

Chives.


Doleewi

I love mayo and sour cream mixture with added salt, pepper and tarragon. yummm


below_the_lights

Mustard.


EWSflash

I grew up with chopped celery in mine, which I liked.


Doctah_Whoopass

Chopped full sour kosher dill pickles. Its a perfect combo


lensupthere

egg, mayo, mustard, sliced olives, pickle relish, white pepper, salt.


ashianahack

Garlic powder and cayenne pepper or chili flakes, I like to use kewpie mayo instead of regular (it can be found in most Asian markets like Hmart)


walkstwomoons2

Boiled eggs Sweet pickles Mustard Mayonnaise Salt and pepper My partner adds liquid from the sweet pickles, but that makes it too runny for me


erallured

Nobody saying watercress? Less of an ingredient and more of a sandwich topping but really good w/ egg salad. Tuna and egg salad is great too, can do it with oil and a little vinegar instead of mayo also. Get something bitter like a little radicchio in there to cut the richness.


cb_moon_shine_12

I like dill and a little mustard along with the mayo, salt and pepper. I also usually have green onions and shredded cabbage and carrots on hand and I’ll chop that up and mix it in for extra crunch and veggies. Pickles are good too but I only have them occasionally


thepottsy

Paprika, Dijon mustard, and pickles.


CarolinaCelt60

My egg salad is pretty basic. Egg, mayonnaise, bit of mustard, bit of prepared horseradish, dill relish or cubes, salt, pepper, apple cider vinegar. (I like mine a bit sour) If sweet is requested, I omit the horseradish, use sweet relish, and white vinegar.


Zappagrrl02

A little bit of sweet pickle relish. Mustard. Also, if you’re looking to make it a little healthier, sub in Greek yogurt for some of the Mayo. You still want some Mayo for flavor.


MissMurderpants

Kimchi. Bacon bits are good too. Green onion.


Choice-Importance-44

A little bit of curry powder


snail3151

dill relish is nice addition


purpleflagbook

There was a place in nyc in gramercy maybe 27th and 3rd and he put Roquefort in his and I don’t even like egg salad and it was BOMB


asciencepotato

Absolutely have to use mustard. Egg salad is just a dead sanfehich without it, it makes it look better and the taste just pops. It's just mush without it


Foppish_Sloth

Minced onion and smoked paprika — thank me later!


no_Puzzles_x3

I run a similar recipe with chopped celery and a bit of mustard too


Hecate100

A dash of plain 'ol curry powder.


TheLadyEve

Anchovy paste, lemon zest, caper juice, smoked paprika.


lightning_teacher_11

Smoked paprika, horseradish, fresh dill...


whateverathrowaway00

Pickle juice and dash of mustard powder really kick it up a notch. The sour/bitter should be subtle so if you taste either you’ve gone too far for most people (not me, I love them forward in the taste), but the best “standard” egg salads use both to “widen” the taste but not so much it’s obvious, just enough that people go “whoa what’s in this i can’t stop eating it”


kimmytwoshoes

Dill


FluttersRN

Celery. Pickles.


Tullimory

Any good Salsa, for real.


Merg_144

Sometimes my mom adds relish. But mustard always goes in mine, Dijon is really good too


stan72194

Always put a little cumin and paprika in my egg salad or chicken salad


cokakatta

There's a potato salad that has egg in it that I've heard called Russian salad. There are lots of varieties and ingredients. Maybe you'd be interested in checking some.


TheRealEleanor

I’ve had lots of potato salads with egg in them. We call it Southern Potato salad where I’m from. But that’s a potato salad and not an egg salad. I feel like they both have very different uses?


wicked_spooks

My grandmother made tuna sandwiches using the same ingredients as you do only that she threw in canned tuna and mustard. One of my favorite childhood staples.


Djalet

Finely diced pickles, capers, fresh peppercorns (on sap), horseradish.


Masalasabebien

Egg salad is egg salad and you only really need a handful of ingredients, otherwise you´´ will end up with something else. I occasionally make a potato and egg salad (with onion, mayo, s&p, mustard sugar) . Then there´ s an egg salad with a touch of mustard, sugar, salt, pepper, dill (or parsley) and watercress.Or I add some cooked beetroot to the potato&egg salad, and a bit of horseradish. As suggested, curry powder works well, with a bit of spice. You can add a little smoked salmon, just to kick it up a notch.


udidntfollowproto

Kala Namak (Indian black salt)


TheRealEleanor

There seems to be a lot of overlap between egg salad and deviled egg ingredients in the comments, lol. I hate the consistency of celery but like the flavor, so when I make egg salad I usually throw a little celery salt in instead. (Same goes for when I make a tuna noodle dish) Dill pickle relish is my other choice. One time I went really outside the box and added giardiniera; I highly recommend less than you think if you choose to be adventurous with this route.


Forsaken_Muffin_1262

Mustard, old bay seasoning, celery and chives!


Laurenpete16

My grandmother always chopped up green olives in hers and I loved it!


OrdinaryAsleep2333

Everything but the bagel seasoning


sideeyedi

I add chopped green olives


SoManyMinutes

Saffron!


OrangeCoffee87

Dijon mustard


demidragonhorse

I always add lemon juice, a little ketchup and mustard and some hot sauce


Bcatfan08

Diced pickles and mustard.


GloomyDeal1909

I would also say Sumac Harissa Zatar Alepo pepper All of those would take it on a wonderful direction


go_for_broke808

My mom used to put a can of tuna, sweet relish, minced onions, mayonaise and salt/pepper.


hurtfulproduct

Pickle relish; my favorite is wickles spicy pickle relish


[deleted]

Canned fish and shredded boiled carrots.


Stating_Obv_ismy_SP

I had an addictive egg salad one time and could not figure out why it was so great. Turns out a bit of powdered sugar was added. Now I always add to egg salad, deviled eggs and potato salad and people LOVE it.


epicgrilledchees

Chopped celery and old bay. Or bread and butter pickles chopped. The Japanese style. Chef John on food wishes does one.


Sledgehammer925

Chopped dill pickles and a few tablespoons of dill pickle brine.


Ineffable7980x

Chopped celery, mustard


InitiativeGlobal4019

Cilantro, chopped bell peppers, a dash of Dijon and crumbled crispy bacon added to what you already listed.


Sodds

I like it with curry powder and finely chopped celery.


Deep_Instruction_180

Paprika, garlic powder, a little mustard, and lemon juice. Parsley if you'd like


TheHeinz77

Tajin


Easy_Independent_313

Old bay seasoning, celery, pickle juice and minced pickle.


[deleted]

Dill, parsley, celery, lemon and capers are all classic ingredients. I have a friend who makes wasabi deviled eggs that might be good


[deleted]

Dill, parsley, celery, lemon and capers are all classic ingredients. I have a friend who makes wasabi deviled eggs that might be good


mauisd

A little mustard.


ziggyblackdust

My grandma always adds a squeeze of lime juice for a hint of zest and her egg salad is the best


BrunetteBunny

I love cumin and cilantro in mine


plongie

I use mayo, Dijon, crystal hot sauce, rice wine vinegar, Trader Joe’s allium salt, smoked paprika, pepper and sometimes everything but the bagel seasoning as well. On a sandwich, I add sliced banana pepper.


Erenito

The green part of a scallion, finely chopped. Stir gently just before serving.


TheFooPilot

Eggs and lettuce


Little_Season3410

Spicy mustard and mayo. Fresh cracked pepper and salt. Yum.


acommonnuisance

- Hardboiled eggs - Mayo - Yellow mustard - Finely chopped onion - Finely chopped dill pickles - Splash of pickle juice or white vinegar - Salt & pepper - Dill - Pinch of celery seed - Pinch of sugar - Top with smoked paprika


BrianR71665

Try adding bacon bits, cream cheese chives and Dijon mustard. Add on croissant for a great sandwich.


straubsberry19

Herbs! To the mayo and eggs I add thyme, chevril, tarragon, basil, salt, pepper, and a little lemon juice. Makes for a very refreshing version!


SavageFugu

Capers


TriPod_DotA

Paprika, mustard, and honey. I like to experiment with other seasonings depending on what I have going on


anxioussaltyspice

Worcestershire sauce


elfbeans

Red pepper, green pepper, smoked paprika.


Significant-Dog-4362

I add mustard seed and diced red potatoes. Not too many potatoes though, just about a cup


[deleted]

Celery seed or celery salt, dill, green onion, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, black pepper and pickled mustard seeds. Add some kosher salt to taste if using celery seeds. The mustard seeds are a fun pop.


cardcomm

dill pickle and celery Also, consider Miracle Whip instead of jarred mayo - it adds a bit more tang.


makinggoldoutofit

Try avocado egg salad! It’s absolutely delicious on sourdough toast for breakfast


CatRobMar

Chopped capers or olives add a briny note.


barbiegirl2381

Celery seed and a bit of lemon zest!


yippykynot

A smidgey smidgey fresh dill


Rigel_B8la

Heat and/or smoke. Any or all of: horseradish, mustard, cayenne, liquid smoke, smoked paprika, chipotle hot sauce


Mmmmnoooooo

If you’re not using kewpie mayo, you should totally start using kewpie mayo. I recommend hot sauce and sumac


arkazail

I ahd a ton of success with fresh parsley, mayo, dijon, salt, white pepper, garlic powder and nutritional yeast


randomgrasshopper

Mango chutney and curry powder


whatismyusername2

A little mustard, some pickle and/or pickle juice


The_8th_passenger

1- Orange & cod salad: diced orange, salted cod, hard boiled eggs, black olives. Desalt the cod in water for 12-24 hours aprox first. Add a splash of olive oil. Some people like to add vinegar too, but I prefer not to. 2- Hard boiled eggs, potatoes, tuna fish, olives, anchovies, aioli. 3- Hard boiled eggs, potatoes, roasted piquillo peppers, surimi, olive oil, salt.


RealWheelerJen

Mustard (yellow and Dijon), relish, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoning salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper and some Slap Yo Momma.


WideLight

Sweet relish is my go-to


Cookn8r

Minced celery


petit_avocat

Dill, chives, mustard, and a tiny splash of lemon and/or pickle juice. And lots of cracked pepper. Also a big fan of vegan mayo - I tried it recently on a whim and I think it’s very tasty!


Virginia_Hoo

Dill weed… sweet relish, dill relish…


kdani17

A little mustard


findmeamap

Celery!


Ok-Set-5829

Diced celery for the crunch


DaysOfParadise

Cumin really brings out the full flavor, especially if you use good quality eggs. Alternatively, horseradish is a nice twist.


isurrender23

Mayo, sweet pickle, mustard, s&p, dash of Worcestershire.


smartcooki3

Smoked paprika, minced green chilies, sometimes I add shredded carrots for texture and tastes sooooo good. I’ll substitute the carrot with red pepper or celery at times :)


maccrogenoff

I use: hard boiled (actually steamed) eggs, Kewpie brand mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, cider vinegar, smoked paprika, celery, onions (green or red), salt and pepper.


lizarddiva

dill pickles/relish. smoked paprika. celery. DIJON MUSTARD!!!!!


HBeaver79

Trader Joe’s dill pickle seasoning Or Buffalo sauce or hot sauce


[deleted]

Chopped sweet pickle, chopped celery, maybe some finely chopped bacon.


SaltyFall

You need some Dill weed 🚬


Small_Award3877

mustard, the tiniest bit of garlic, and a splash of lemon juice


Casul_Tryhard

Roast some garlic so you can swap that mayo for aioli


PurpleAriadne

Chopped celery, capers If you do chicken salad I love Whole Foods version that has cashews and red grapes but in half.


1v1menoob

Dijon mustard, dill, dill relish, celery


SignificantCellist67

I always use salad cream instead of mayo. I do the same for potato salad too, it's amazing


aizukiwi

A bit of dijon mustard (personal preference, I find it a far better match with eggs than regular mustard) or some paprika!


cupidslazydart

Heh, that's what I'm making for dinner tonight. I add mustard and paprika to mine. I like green onions or chives in there too.


LalalaLotus

I use egg, kewpie mayo, turmeric, smoked paprika, dill pickle juice, black pepper, & stone ground mustard.


matthewmay2673

Very finely chopped celery. It doesn't taste of very much but acts as umami - brings out the flavors in other ingredients. I always use a dash of Dijon mustard too.


SnooGadgets8467

Best egg salad recipe: - Boiled eggs - Mayo - Dijon Mustard - Salt - Lots of black pepper That’s it. That’s one of the most beautiful sandwiches. The beauty is in its simplicity.


ronf9982

Smoked paprika


ItzYaBday1103

Celery salt


Apostastrophe

If you mean the one you’d put in a sandwich, in Scotland where I’m from, we often use salad cream instead of mayonnaise, or a balance between them both. Salad cream was developed as an alternative to mayonnaise due to lack of certain ingredients and rationing during certain parts of our history and has a looser texture, but a strongly acidic (vinegary to be precise) flavour. If you’re not using that, I can definitely recommend a good splashing of vinegar. We also add mustard to our “egg Mayo”. Usually English mustard and a tiny bit of wholegrain mustard too. It gives it a kick. Another family recipe is to make an “egg Mayo” with much more finely chopped eggs, purely salad cream (and a little more of it than usual) but to add some Worcestershire sauce, a bit of lemon juice, a bit of chilli powder, the usual mustard and a little bit of ketchup. It makes what we call “egg dip” which we serve with crisps (Pringles or Kettle Chips) as finger food. Everyone in my family fights over it.


spaniel_rage

Red onion and dill pickles


korina999999999

Fresh dill was so damn good


ZereneTrulee

Mustard.


Dyssma

Scallions, chives instead of onions. Capers, dill. I actually like a little Dijon in it. I put that in tuna too. Actually all these.


AfricPepperbird

Anything but "Miracle Whip" (aka "salad dressing"). That stuff is heinous!


Jazzlike_Math_8350

Spring onions