Description
Classic Deviled Eggs are a timeless favorite at gatherings, combining creamy texture and zesty flavor, perfect for appetizers or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Paprika for garnish
- Chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Hard Boil the Eggs: Start by placing your eggs in a saucepan. Cover the eggs with enough water so there’s about an inch of water above the eggs. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once the water begins to boil, cover the saucepan and remove it from the heat. Let the eggs sit undisturbed for about 10 to 12 minutes.
- Cool the Eggs: After the eggs have finished cooking, carefully transfer them to a bowl of cold water. This step is important because it helps stop the cooking process and makes peeling the eggs easier.
- Peel the Eggs: Once the eggs are cool, gently tap each egg on the counter to crack the shell. Start peeling from the wider end, where there is usually an air pocket. Rinse the peeled eggs under cold water to remove any shell bits.
- Prepare the Filling: Slice each egg in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the yolks and place them in a mixing bowl. Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, and pepper to the yolks. Use a fork to mash the yolks and mix the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Fill the Eggs: You can use a spoon to fill the egg white halves with the yolk mixture. For a neater look, use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off to pipe the mixture into the egg whites.
- Garnish: After filling, sprinkle paprika over the eggs for color and added flavor. If you want to add a touch of freshness, chop some chives or parsley and sprinkle them on top for garnish.
- Serve: Deviled eggs can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature. They are best served soon after preparation but can be made a few hours in advance.
Notes
For easy peeling, use eggs that are a few days old. You can adjust the ingredients to suit your taste and experiment with various mix-ins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg half
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: deviled eggs, appetizer, party food, classic recipe, easy recipe