Spicy Deviled Eggs
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Spicy Deviled Eggs
Description
Spicy Deviled Eggs use hard boiled eggs filled with a yolk mixture that incorporates cooked chorizo and its rendered oil, Greek yogurt, lemon, and chili seasoning. The chorizo is browned until crisp, then part is blended with the yolks and other ingredients for a creamy filling. This mixture is piped or spooned back into the egg white halves, which are then garnished with the remaining crispy chorizo and fresh chopped chives. The addition of chorizo oil enriches the filling with smoky depth and moist texture.
The texture highlights creamy filling contrasted by the crunchy chorizo bits. The blend of lemon juice and zest adds brightness and the chili seasoning gives a mild heat. These deviled eggs provide a savory, slightly spicy appetizer ideal for gatherings or a flavorful snack.
Nutrition details are provided for 2 deviled egg halves. The recipe uses Greek yogurt for creaminess instead of mayonnaise, and the fresh chives add a light herbal finish.
Ingredients
- 4 oz chorizo casing removed
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil or other cooking oil
- 8 egg hard boiled
- 1 tbsp chorizo oil See Instructions, step 1, reserved
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp chili seasoning
- 1/2 garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp chives chopped
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat add cooking oil and chorizo. Cook until browned and crispy. Reserve one tablespoon of oil from pan, discard any remaining, and transfer chorizo to a paper towel to drain. Set aside.
- Slice each hard boiled egg in half and use a small spoon to gently remove the cooked yolk. Set the egg whites on a serving tray.
- To a mixing bowl or food processor, add egg yolks, reserved tablespoon of chorizo oil, one half of cooked chorizo, and remaining filling ingredients except for chives. Use mixing spatula or food processor to combine until creamy.
- Using a rubber spatula, transfer the deviled egg filling to a piping bag fitted with small star tip, or use a food storage bag with one corner snipped off. Evenly distribute the egg yolk mixture inside each egg white. Top with remaining crispy chorizo and chopped chives.
Notes
- The nutrition information refers to 2 deviled egg halves, so adjust serving and nutritional expectations accordingly.
- Reserve and use the rendered chorizo oil to add extra flavor and moisture to the yolk filling.
- Drain cooked chorizo on paper towels to remove excess grease before adding to eggs to maintain texture balance.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 146 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 146kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 196mg | 65% |
| Sodium | 379mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 79mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 389IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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