Reviving tradition: Create eco‑friendly green Easter eggs
Easter is a time when our tables are adorned with colourful Easter eggs. Traditionally dyed eggs, though beautiful, often lose their charm due to the use of artificial dyes. This year, embrace nature and prepare green eggs that will delight with their natural shade.
The tradition of decorating Easter eggs dates back centuries, but many people forget traditional natural methods in the era of ready-made dyes and decorative stickers. It's a pity because dyeing eggs at home allows you to achieve beautiful, subtle colours and is also completely safe and eco-friendly. Many people wonder how to prepare green eggs without using artificial dyes. The answer lies in combining the right ingredients, which can be found in any kitchen.
Green eggs – The secret lies in combining dyes
Naturally dyeing eggs green is not as straightforward as obtaining shades of red or brown. Spinach, parsley, or grass leaves do not release enough dye to provide an intense colour. Fortunately, you can achieve green eggs by combining red cabbage and turmeric dyes.
Red cabbage contains a natural pigment that dyes eggshells blue. Adding yellow turmeric creates a beautiful, vibrant green. The key is to follow the appropriate proportions and soaking time of the eggs in the dye to ensure an even and lasting colour.
Recipe for naturally green eggs
To prepare beautiful green Easter eggs, you need:
- 6 eggs with white shells,
- 1/2 head of red cabbage,
- 4 teaspoons of turmeric,
- 3 tablespoons of vinegar,
- 1 litre of water.
Instructions:
- Hard-boil the eggs and cool them.
- In a separate pot, cook the chopped cabbage in about 500 millilitres of water for about 20 minutes. Then strain and add 2 tablespoons of vinegar to the broth.
- In another pot, boil about 500 millilitres of water with turmeric and a tablespoon of vinegar. After it has cooled slightly, immerse the eggs for 20 minutes until they have a yellow tint.
- Transfer the eggs to the cabbage broth and leave for an hour, checking the colour intensity.
- After dyeing, remove the eggs and dry them with a paper towel.
- For extra shine, coat the eggs with a thin layer of oil.
With this method, you will achieve intensely green Easter eggs that will adorn the Easter table. It is worth returning to natural methods of dyeing eggs to enjoy beautiful, eco-friendly decorations in keeping with tradition.
