To make classic deviled eggs, follow these steps:
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Paprika, for garnish
Instructions
- Hard boil the eggs:
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Reduce heat to low or off to avoid vigorous boiling. Gently place the eggs in the water and then increase heat back to high. Boil for about 14 minutes. Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice water bath to cool completely. This prevents overcooking and avoids a green ring around the yolks
- Peel and slice:
Once cooled, peel the eggs and slice them in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the yolks and place them in a small bowl. Arrange the egg whites on a serving tray
- Make the filling:
Mash the yolks with a fork. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy
- Fill the egg whites:
Use a small spoon to scoop the yolk mixture back into the hollowed egg whites. Sprinkle with paprika for garnish
Tips and Variations
- You can add ingredients like bacon, chives, shallots, sriracha, jalapeño, or herbs such as dill and basil to customize the flavor
- For a smoother filling, some recipes suggest blending the yolks and ingredients in a food processor and adding softened butter for extra creaminess
This method yields classic, creamy deviled eggs perfect for any occasion
