11 Sauces You Should Be Using To Season Eggs

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Often, eggs are eaten as an element of breakfast; in fact, they are one of the best foods to eat in the morning, according to Healthline, due to their high protein and low-calorie content. The beauty of eggs is their versatility, as you can cook them in dozens of ways, either alone or paired with other ingredients or side dishes — all at nearly any time of day.

However, there are ideal pairings. Because of their mild taste when cooked, you can also enhance the flavor of eggs. Vegetables usually go well with them as the yolk has a creamy, almost cheesy flavor — examples being spinach and eggs in an omelet or a poached egg on top of avocado toast (via Sauder's Eggs). Additionally, fried eggs in oil pair well with other savory elements, such as bacon and cheese, when cooked together (via Eat With Drink With). Eggs can also complement foods that are different in flavor or texture, such as hard-boiled eggs mixed with mayo and mustard in an egg salad.

But one of the best ways to keep your egg dishes from feeling stale or overdone is to spice things up with fun sauces to drizzle or incorporate. Luckily, there are plenty of options to choose from no matter your tastes — even some that will surprise you with their unconventionality.

Salt and eggs can be the best pairing when brought together, though getting the sodium level exactly right can seem daunting. Soy sauce is a great way to season your eggs with salt while adding some unexpected umami flavor. Not only are they a great match, but they are appreciated worldwide in iconic, delicious dishes.

Asian countries like Japan and Korea utilize eggs in savory meals that push past the morning hours of breakfast. One notable dish from Japan is oyakodon, which, according to Piece of Japan, is a traditional donburi recipe that involves simmering chicken and egg in a sauce made with soy sauce, dashi, sake, mirin, and sugar. Combining the eggs, chicken, and rice with the bold, tasty sauce makes the meal rich and savory and showcases how well soy sauce and eggs go together.

For those looking to add a boost of soy-based umami flavor to their eggs at any time of the day, be cautious before going straight for the bottle of soy sauce. Some home chefs advise adding salt to the eggs and setting them aside for some time before cooking; the chemical reaction between the sodium and the protein in the eggs will result in more tender cooked eggs (via MyRecipes) — and the same goes for soy sauce. If you'd prefer a more savory topping, a delicious teriyaki sauce offers a pleasant balance of both salty and sweet.

Sriracha became popular years ago as the new trendy, spicy hot sauce. But more recently, a new contender is gochujang, often described as the Korean sriracha equivalent. Although both sauces are made with peppers, the flavor profiles of gochujang and sriracha offer different ranges in both spice and taste. The funkiness of gochujang's fermented ingredients and spicy peppers make it a delicious, complex addition to season your dishes, including eggs.

In its paste form, gochujang has an incredible umami flavor that is both smoky and spicy. While sriracha is garlic-forward in flavor and high in vinegar and kick, the depth of heat and slightly sour taste from the fermented soybeans in gochujang will give it a complex, more rich taste. It infuses heavily into the dishes it is added to, and for eggs, this means enveloping them in its flavor. With the spice, there is also some sweetness, which — especially in a dish like scrambled eggs or an omelet — will react well with it and other ingredients added (via PepperScale).

You can find gochujang in your local Asian or Korean grocery store in both paste and sauce form. However, name brands like Good & Gather from Target are helping to bring it into the mainstream. These versions of the sauce will also include flavor additives that balance out the heat for those who want the flavor but not as much spice in their eggs.

While raspberries paired with eggs might seem like an unlikely match, the combination of tart berries with smoky, zesty sauce ultimately makes this an ideal way to season your eggs. Though the name of it gives off the notion the sauce will be sweet and savory, it has a lot more going on that could make it an unexpected hero with your favorite egg-based dishes.

Raspberry chipotle, originally created by chef Emeril Lagasse according to Savor the Best, is typically used with heavier foods with fat like beef, pork, or chicken but has other applications. It can be spread on bread or crackers, paired with goat cheese, or brushed onto a sandwich. Its complex flavor profile gives it room to spread its proverbial wings. The adobo seasoning from the chipotle peppers offers an acidic and spicy element, while the raspberries are both sweet and sour.

These ingredients, together with spices, form a thick barbecue-like sauce that can excel in more savory egg dishes. You can use this as topping on a filled omelet, spread onto ham or an English muffin for eggs Benedict, or even drizzle on a breakfast taco or burrito. A little dollop could even spice up your most basic deviled egg platter or egg salad sandwich.

Worcestershire sauce is one of the most common elements in a steak sauce, no matter if you buy it or make it. Its slightly bitter taste comes from sour components like vinegar and tamarind combined with molasses and sugar — and sometimes even onion and garlic, according to MasterClass. Ultimately you get a unique-tasting condiment that, when paired with a thick, rich steak, cuts through the fat in a way that makes you taste a balanced bite. But while this sauce makes a great addition to your table when seasoning meats, you can also keep it around in the morning to top your side of eggs.

Some people use Worcestershire sauce to add a salty smokiness to their scrambled eggs, but steak sauce can have the same effect simply as a topping (via Kitchen Stories). Eggs cooked with other savory dishes higher in fat or dairy, such as egg and cheese sandwiches or scrambles, will benefit from steak sauce to balance the flavor. There are also plenty of varieties of steak sauce to choose from if you are interested in giving it a try — though culinary fans usually note A.1. Original Sauce as their favorite.

Eggs go well with ingredients with bold flavors. As a condiment, mustard can be seen as an equally bold choice of topping, but the combination is actually pretty common. Who doesn't love a little mustardy zest in their egg salad or deviled eggs? Entire dishes are devoted to this pairing, including a German specialty where hard-boiled eggs are enjoyed with a mustard-forward sauce, according to Where is My Spoon.

To get the right mustard for your egg dish, it's best to know the balance of flavors in different varieties, as each carries unique taste notes that will make all the difference. For something more tart and "peppery-hot," a Dijon mustard would work best in something like a salad or sandwich (via USA Today). Dijon also comes in various textures, which can affect the overall outcome of the dish.

Overall, the spectrum of mustard flavors is vast. Sweeter versions like honey and Bavarian mustard work well with meats, while spicier ones like Chinese hot and spicy brown mustards are better for fried foods. Whichever type you go with, the condiment works best as a light seasoning for eggs, so only add it in small increments.