Description
Classic Deviled Eggs are a simple and delicious appetizer perfect for any gathering or picnic. This recipe focuses on creating a creamy filling with a touch of paprika.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large eggs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- Paprika, for garnish
Instructions
- Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water.
- Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 10-12 minutes.
- Drain eggs and rinse with cold water.
- Peel eggs and slice them in half lengthwise.
- Remove the yolks and place them in a small bowl.
- Mash the yolks with a fork until smooth.
- Add mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper to the mashed yolks.
- Stir until well combined and creamy.
- Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg white halves.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika.
Notes
- For easier peeling, use eggs that are a few days old.
- Adjust mayonnaise and mustard to your preference for creaminess and tang.
- Chilling the deviled eggs for at least 30 minutes before serving allows the flavors to meld.
- You can get creative with garnishes like chives or a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 halves
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg