Savory and Sweet Party Bites
soy deviled eggs + ovaltine rice krispie treats for your next get together
Are you team savory or team sweet? Why not both? There’s a time and place for both but I will admit that we usually favor savory things. However, I do find myself searching for something sweet after indulging in savory foods. It’s all about balance, amirite?
When it comes to get togethers, we love having multiple options for finger foods. They’re casual, fun, and allows your guests to try a variety different things. Our party bites change depending on the season and type of get together. But I will say that our Soy Deviled Eggs + Ovaltine Rice Krispie Treats have been a huge hit amongst our friends. If you’ve been following us for a while, you know we love to add a fun twist to classics. It keeps things interesting but still provide that familiar comfort. Don’t be surprised if your friends start asking you for the recipes!
SOY DEVILED EGGS (check out the reel here)
These delicious little wonders are guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser. Unlike traditional deviled eggs, these are marinated in a savory soy sauce before assembling which adds an extra layer of flavor. The creamy filling is made up of yolks, mayo, mustard, vinegar, and a bit of chili oil for a little heat. The slightly tangy filling perfectly complements the seasoned egg whites. I love adding extra chili crisp and spicy tuna for a fun flair. Make extras of these little guys because they’re gonna go fast!
Serves 4 (as a light bite)
Ingredients:
6 eggs
3 tbsp mayo
2 tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp chili oil
salt to taste
scallions, for garnish
Egg marinade:
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup mirin
¼ cup water
Top with:
chili crunch
tinned spicy tuna
Method:
Add eggs to a pot and cover completely with cold water.
Bring water to a boil.
Once boiling, place lid on the pot and turn off heat.
Let eggs rest for 14 minutes.
Remove eggs and place in an ice bath to cool.
Peel eggs and set aside.
In a container, mix together the ingredients for the marinade.
Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
When ready, remove eggs and slice in half lengthwise.
Scoop yolks and place into a bowl. Mash with a fork.
In the same bowl, mix together mayo, mustard, vinegar, chili oil, and salt.
Add filling back into each egg white.
Top with chili crunch and spicy tuna.
Garnish with scallions.
Serve and enjoy.
OVALTINE RICE KRISPIE TREATS (IG reel will be out later this month)
These Ovaltine rice krispie treats are inspired by lunches with at Hong Kong-style cafes. One of the most popular drinks served at these cafes is Ovaltine, often served with a bit of condensed milk for extra creaminess. If you’ve never tried Ovaltine, it’s a drink mix that has a rich, malty sweetness with hints of chocolate. It’s a nostalgic drink for me and reminds me of family outings during my childhood. Best part is that this fun snack is incredibly easy to put together. You’ll need all the usual suspects for rice krispie treats plus two extras: butter, marshmallows, rice krispies cereal, Ovaltine mix, and condensed milk for drizzling at the end. These are adult and child approved so you definitely need to make this for your next party!
Serves 4-6 (as a light bite)
Ingredients:
10 oz marshmallows
6 tbsp unsalted butter
6 cups rice krispie cereal
1 cup Ovaltine mix
Condensed milk, for drizzling
Method:
When you’re ready to start, prepare all your ingredients and set aside. Everything will come together quickly.
In a large pot on medium low heat, add butter. Using a spatula, stir to melt.
Add Ovaltine mix and stir well until fully mixed.
Add marshmallow and stir well as it melts. Do not overmix.
Remove pot from heat.
Add in Rice Krispies cereal. Mix well to incorporate everything.
Add everything to a parchment paper lined 8x8 baking dish. Press down and evenly spread onto dish. Cut into squares. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
To shape into onigiri, add to mold and gently shape each one. Place on parchment paper while you finish the rest.
Drizzle each piece with condensed milk, if desired.
You and your friends will love this, enjoy!
Hope we inspired you to create something special for your summer get togethers! We have a few fun light, summery recipes coming to you soon.
- whipped ricotta tomato toast
- perilla pesto udon
- cold sesame noodles
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