Description
Creamy, zesty deviled eggs bring Southern charm to any gathering with their irresistible blend of tangy mayo, mustard, and paprika. Classic comfort meets elegant appetizer, promising to delight guests and spark conversations around your delectable culinary creation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
Filling Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) white vinegar
Seasoning and Garnish:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Paprika for garnish
- Chopped fresh chives for garnish
Instructions
- Submerge eggs in cold water in a pot, then elevate to a rolling boil over medium heat.
- Once bubbling vigorously, cover the pot and remove from heat. Allow eggs to steep for precisely 12 minutes.
- Swiftly transfer eggs into an ice water bath to halt cooking process, then gently remove shells.
- Halve eggs lengthwise and extract yolks with a gentle scoop.
- Pulverize yolks in a mixing bowl, blending with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, and pepper until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Carefully fill egg white cavities using a spoon or piping bag with the creamy yolk mixture.
- Dust the filled eggs with a light sprinkle of paprika and crown with delicate, freshly chopped chives as a finishing touch.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature before boiling to prevent cracking and promote even cooking.
- Gently tap and roll boiled eggs on a hard surface to create micro-cracks, making peeling easier and smoother.
- For a lighter version, substitute half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt to reduce calories while maintaining creamy texture.
- Experiment with additional mix-ins like crispy bacon bits, diced jalapeños, or fresh herbs to personalize the flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 0.4 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg