Ingredients

  • 12 eggs
  • 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh ginger
  • 1 Tbsp. whole allspice
  • 1 tsp. whole cloves
  • 2 whole dried red peppers
  • water (enough to cover eggs)
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 3 c. vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 tsp. salt

Method

  • In saucepan, bring eggs to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and close tightly.
  • Let stand 20 minutes. Drain and run cold water over eggs until chilled.
  • Peel.
  • Combine allspice, ginger, cloves, red peppers and garlic in cheesecloth.
  • Tie loosely.
  • Combine vinegar, water, salt and sugar in a saucepan.
  • Put in spice bag.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Turn down heat and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Discard spice bag. Pour over eggs.
  • Refrigerate.
  • Ready to eat in 2 days.