The Best Deviled Eggs
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The Best Deviled Eggs
Description
The Best Deviled Eggs are a classic appetizer featuring hard-boiled eggs halved and filled with a creamy mixture of their mashed yolks combined with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sweet pickle relish, and horseradish sauce. The combination gives the filling a tangy and mildly spicy flavor that contrasts with the mild egg whites. The filling’s smooth texture is enhanced by gentle mixing and seasoning adjustment to taste. A dusting of paprika adds a subtle smoky note and a splash of color on top. These deviled eggs are served chilled, making them a refreshing starter or party dish. Adjusting salt at the end ensures the balance suits the specific mustard and relish used, avoiding over-salting.
Ingredients
- 12 large egg hard-boiled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon pickle relish sweet
- 1 teaspoon horseradish sauce creamy
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt optional
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika for dusting
Instructions
- Slice 12 large hard-boiled eggs in half lengthwise. Gently remove the yolk and place yolks into a mixing bowl. Set whites aside on a serving platter.
- Use a fork to mash egg yolks in the mixing bowl. Stir in 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish, 1 teaspoon creamy horseradish sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until well combined. Taste and add up to 1/4 teaspoon salt if necessary.
- Spoon filling into the centers of the whites or use a pastry piping bag to fill. Dust the tops with 1/2 teaspoon paprika. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve. Serve cold.
Notes
- Adjust salt carefully after tasting, as some mustards and relishes vary in saltiness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 56 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 56kcal | 3% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 82mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 31mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 160IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.