Traditional Deviled Eggs

Traditional Deviled Eggs are as old as the hills in the South.  The traditional ingredients are mashed egg yolks, mayonnaise, yellow mustard, salt, and pepper.  Garnishes are optional, but a sprinkle of paprika is a must.

Deviled Eggs

My deviled egg recipe is the perfect party appetizer. It is simple to make, easy to transport, and can be tailored for any occasion.

My family is a huge fan of deviled eggs. They are present at all our family gatherings and holidays. So much so that we must make a double recipe to satisfy our sticky fingers grabbers before it's time to eat.

Over time, the ingredients have expanded to include hot, spicy options and all kinds of fillers. It is easy to create your own variations.

Our favorite is these traditional deviled eggs.  

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TIPS AND TIDBITS FOR THE BEST DEVILED EGGS

Choosing eggs.  The older the eggs, the easier to peel versus fresh eggs from the chicken coop.  Also, bringing the eggs to room temperature helps too.  Setting out a few extra eggs is best to avoid losing some egg whites when peeling or slicing the egg in half.  When slicing the egg in half, wipe your knife between slices to have a pretty presentation when filling the egg whites.

Perfect boiled egg.  To start this recipe, you must know how to make the perfect boiled eggs, so head over to my recipe for Shrimp Stuffed Eggs.

Avoid the green ring.  The green ring around the yolk happens when you overcook the eggs.  Avoid overcooking your eggs by following the precise cooking time to prevent this.

Mash the egg yolks.  You can mash the egg yolks, but to get the finest, smoothest consistency, use a fine box grater to shred the yolks.  After grating the egg yoks mix all the ingredients with a electric mixer or food processor to get the smoothest fluffiest filling. 

Other binder options.  The binder is usually mayonnaise, but sour cream, yogurt, and cream can be used. 

The filling is too runny.  To fluff up the volume and smooth out the texture if it too runny add potato flakes a tablespoon at a time.  I have also used a tablespoon or two of leftover baked potatoes.

Paprika.  If you are adding paprika, it is best to add it before you plate the eggs to serve.  If serving later, wait.  The paprika tends to melt when refrigerated, waiting to be served.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO PREPARE DEVILED EGGS

Eggs
Mayonnaise
Yellow mustard

Salt and pepper
Paprika
Dill sprigs (optional)

HOW TO PREPARE DEVILED EGGS

Separate egg yolks from the egg whites in a bowl. 

Using a fork. Mash egg yolks until crumbly.  Add mayonnaise and mustard.  Mix well.

Mix well.  Add salt and pepper to taste.

Fill each egg white half with a scoop of filling.  Sprinkle with paprika.

Place the deviled eggs on a serving platter.  

Garnish with dill sprigs and candied jalapeno slices.

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