Deviled Eggs

Deviled Eggs

  • Prep time: 15
  • Cook time: 45
  • Yield: 8
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Ingredients
  • 8 eggs
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • hot sauce
  • 1/8 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
  • paprika
Nutrition Facts
Serves 8

Description

Deviled eggs are a classic appetizer known for their creamy and flavorful filling. The traditional filling for deviled eggs typically consists of the egg yolks mashed with mayonnaise and mustard, but variations abound. Here are some common deviled eggs fillings and additional ingredients that can be incorporated to add a unique twist:

  1. Classic Deviled Eggs:

    • Hard-boiled egg yolks
    • Mayonnaise
    • Dijon mustard
    • Salt and pepper

  2. Dill Deviled Eggs:

    • Hard-boiled egg yolks
    • Mayonnaise
    • Dijon mustard
    • Fresh dill (chopped)
    • Salt and pepper

  3. Bacon Deviled Eggs:

    • Hard-boiled egg yolks
    • Mayonnaise
    • Dijon mustard
    • Cooked bacon (crumbled)
    • Chives (chopped)
    • Salt and pepper

  4. Curry Deviled Eggs:

    • Hard-boiled egg yolks
    • Mayonnaise
    • Dijon mustard
    • Curry powder
    • Salt and pepper

  5. Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs:

    • Hard-boiled egg yolks
    • Cream cheese (softened)
    • Smoked salmon (finely chopped)
    • Red onion (finely minced)
    • Capers (optional)
    • Fresh dill (chopped)
    • Salt and pepper

  6. Avocado Deviled Eggs:

    • Hard-boiled egg yolks
    • Avocado (mashed)
    • Lime juice
    • Mayonnaise
    • Dijon mustard
    • Salt and pepper

  7. Spicy Deviled Eggs:

    • Hard-boiled egg yolks
    • Mayonnaise
    • Dijon mustard
    • Sriracha or hot sauce
    • Paprika (for garnish)
    • Salt and pepper

  8. Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs:

    • Hard-boiled egg yolks
    • Pimento cheese
    • Mayonnaise
    • Dijon mustard
    • Salt and pepper

  9. Herbed Deviled Eggs:

    • Hard-boiled egg yolks
    • Mayonnaise
    • Dijon mustard
    • Fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives, or tarragon)
    • Lemon zest
    • Salt and pepper

  10. Blue Cheese and Walnut Deviled Eggs:

    • Hard-boiled egg yolks
    • Mayonnaise
    • Dijon mustard
    • Blue cheese (crumbled)
    • Chopped walnuts
    • Salt and pepper

These are just a few examples, and the possibilities for deviled egg fillings are nearly endless. Feel free to get creative and experiment with different flavor combinations to suit your preferences or the theme of your event.

Instructions

  • 1. Heat salted water with vinegar in pot and bring to boil. Reduce heat to simmer and carefully lower eggs into water. Cover and barely simmer over low heat, 11 minutes.
  • 2. Drain water and immediately transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water to chill.
  • 3. Peel eggs and cut in half lengthwise. Using a small spoon, carefully scrape out the yolk and transfer to a small bowl.
  • 4. Add mayonnaise, mustard, a few dashes of hot sauce, salt, and pepper to the bowl and mix well.
  • 5. Place a hefty spoonful of the filling back into each egg.
  • 6. Garnish with a dash of paprika over each filled egg.