Egg Tartare

ingredients

• 6 medium eggs, at room temperature
• 4 spring onions or 2 small shallots
• 3-4 gherkins (about 30g), finely diced
• 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill (optional)
• 2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise (page 282)
• A dab of Dijon mustard
• 2-3 dashes of Tabasco sauce (optional)
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Slices of wholemeal, sourdough, rye or your favourite bread, to serve