Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Basic Deviled Egg Preparation
- Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with cold water by one inch; bring to a rolling boil, then remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 12 minutes.
- Drain and immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes to cool completely; peel the cooled eggs and cut in half lengthwise.
- Gently remove the yolks and place them in a small bowl, arranging the whites on a platter.
- Mash yolks with a fork until smooth, then proceed with the specific recipe instructions.
Classic Deviled Eggs
- Mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, and pepper into the mashed yolks; mix until smooth.
- Spoon or pipe the mixture into the egg white halves; garnish with paprika.
Spicy Sriracha Deviled Eggs
- Combine mayonnaise, Sriracha, lime juice, and salt with the mashed yolks; mix well.
- Fill the egg white halves with the spicy mixture; garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.
Bacon Cheddar Ranch Deviled Eggs
- Stir mayonnaise, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and Ranch seasoning into the mashed yolks.
- Fill the egg whites with the mixture; garnish with fresh chives.
Pesto Deviled Eggs
- Blend mayonnaise, basil pesto, and grated Parmesan cheese into the mashed yolks.
- Fill egg white halves; garnish with pine nuts.
Curry Deviled Eggs
- Mix mayonnaise, curry powder, and mango chutney with the mashed yolks.
- Spoon the curried mixture into the egg whites; garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.
Notes
For easier peeling, use eggs that are a week or two old. Adjust seasonings to your taste in each recipe. For a smoother filling, use a piping bag with a star tip.
