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Flavorful New Year’s Eve Snacks Bowl with Soft-Boiled Eggs

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A quick and easy snack bowl featuring creamy soft-boiled eggs, toasted spices, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful sauce, perfect for New Year’s Eve celebrations or any festive occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup cooked jasmine or basmati rice (or quinoa for gluten-free option)
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • ½ cup thinly sliced cucumber
  • ¼ cup chopped scallions
  • ½ cup cooked chickpeas, lightly toasted
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (black sesame preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley leaves
  • Red pepper flakes or a dash of chili oil

Instructions

  1. Bring a medium saucepan of water to a gentle boil. Gently lower in the eggs with a slotted spoon. Cook for exactly 7 minutes for a perfectly creamy yolk.
  2. Transfer eggs immediately to an ice bath to stop cooking and make peeling easier.
  3. Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  4. In a small dry skillet, toast chickpeas over medium heat until golden and crunchy, about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove chickpeas and toast sesame seeds in the same pan until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Set aside.
  6. Shred carrots, slice cucumbers thinly, and chop scallions. Combine in a medium bowl.
  7. Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and minced garlic until well blended.
  8. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly. Let sit for a few minutes to meld flavors.
  9. Peel the eggs by gently tapping on a countertop and peeling under running water. Slice each egg in half lengthwise.
  10. Divide warm rice or quinoa into bowls. Arrange dressed vegetables on one side, toasted chickpeas on another, and place soft-boiled eggs on top.
  11. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, fresh herbs, and a pinch of red pepper flakes or chili oil if desired.
  12. Assemble just before serving to keep textures fresh and crispy.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs to prevent cracking during boiling. Immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath after boiling to stop cooking and ease peeling. Toast chickpeas and sesame seeds for added crunch and flavor. Assemble bowls just before serving to maintain texture. For vegan option, replace eggs with marinated tofu cubes.

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Keywords: soft-boiled eggs, snack bowl, New Year’s Eve, easy recipe, toasted chickpeas, sesame seeds, quick snack, healthy snack, gluten-free option

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