Top 5 Deviled Egg Recipes To Try Out Today


Deviled eggs are a must during Easter. But, they also make classic entries during post Easter occasions, including potlucks, barbeques, and not to forget the summer picnics. Classic deviled eggs, also called egg mimosas, are made with hard boiled eggs. Halved and filled with a mixture of mayonnaise, egg yolks, and mustard, there are countless different ways of making this Easter classic.

5 Fabulous Deviled Egg Recipes For Every Occasion:

Easy to make and great in terms of flavor, these dishes are often served as appetizers or side dishes. Here, we have picked a handful of deviled egg recipes. While the first one is the traditional way of preparing deviled eggs, the others are variedly flavored to meet the requirements of various occasions. Read on to know more about these tasty delights:

1. Traditional Deviled Eggs:


As an all time favorite, this one comes with the perfect traditional touch.
Ingredients:
  1. Eggs – 6, hard boiled, peeled, and halved
  2. Mayonnaise – ¼ cup
  3. Mustard – 1 tsp
  4. Pickled relish – 1 ¼ tbsp
  5. Salt – to taste
  6. Red pepper – to taste, freshly ground
  7. Sweet gherkins – for garnish
  8. Paprika – for garnish
Directions:
  1. Halve the eggs and take out the egg yolks using a small scooping spoon.
  2. Place the egg yolks in a mixing bowl and keep aside the egg whites.
  3. Using a fork, mash the yolks.
  4. Add mayonnaise, mustard, relish, salt, and pepper, and mix well.
  5. Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and scoop into emptied egg white halves.
  6. Cover and refrigerate till you serve.

2. Classic Deviled Eggs:


This one is a mouthwatering version of the deviled egg. A real treat for the creamy egg lovers!
Ingredients:            
  1. Eggs – 6, hard boiled, peeled, and halved vertically
  2. Mayonnaise – ¼ cup
  3. Scallion – 1, finely chopped
  4. Parsley – 1 tbsp, finely chopped
  5. Sweet pickle – 1tbsp
  6. Mustard – 1 tsp
  7. Dill – ¼ tsp, freshly chopped
  8. Salt – to taste
  9. Garlic powder – ¼ tsp
  10. Red paprika flakes – ¼ tsp
  11. Black pepper powder – ¼ tsp, freshly ground
  12. Paprika – for garnishing
Directions:
  1. Slice the eggs carefully. Halve the eggs lengthwise.
  2. Take the egg yolks and place them in a bowl.
  3. Keep the whites aside.
  4. With a fork, mash the yolks.
  5. Add ingredients 3 to 11 and mix well.
  6. Fill the empty egg halves, garnish with paprika, and serve on a bed of salad greens.

3. Deviled Egg Chaat:


Deviled egg is a versatile recipe and can be twisted to meet your palate requirements. This one is something I prepared for a birthday party. It comes packed with Indian flavors and a little bit of veggie for added richness.
Ingredients:
  1. Eggs – 7, hard boiled, peeled, and halved
  2. Potato – ¼ cup, mashed
  3. Carrot – 1, cooked, mashed
  4. Chaat masala – 1 tsp
  5. Red chili powder – ½ tsp
  6. Salt – to taste
  7. Onions – ¼ cup, finely chopped, and roasted to golden brown
  8. Coriander leaves – 2 tbsp, finely chopped, and divided
  9. Lemon juice – 1 tbsp, freshly squeezed
Directions:
  1. Halve the eggs lengthways, scoop out the yolks, and place it a medium sized mixing bowl.
  2. Roast onions till golden brown and add it along with mashed potatoes, carrot, red chili powder, half of the coriander leaves, chaat masala, and salt.
  3. Mix the ingredients to ensure even distribution of flavors. Mix in lemon juice.
  4. Divide the mixture into 14 equal portions.
  5. Fill the egg whites with the mixture. Garnish with red chili powder and coriander leaves, and then serve fresh.

4. Cheesy Slamon Deviled Eggs:


The inclusion of smoked salmon and cream cheese gives this awesome appetizer recipe a more mouthwatering twist. Make sure you use the freshest cheese available for that rich, melt-in-the-mouth experience. You can add a little dash oregano seasoning for added flavor.
Ingredients:
  1. Eggs – 6, hard boiled, peeled, and halved
  2. Smoked salmon – 3 tbsp, finely minced
  3. Onions – 3 tbsp, minced, browned
  4. Cream cheese – 3 tbsp, softened
  5. Sour cream – 1 tbsp
  6. Mustard – 1 tbsp
  7. Lemon juice – 2 tsp, freshly squeezed
  8. Salt – to taste
  9. Red pepper – to taste, freshly ground
Directions:
  1. Halve the eggs lengthwise and scoop out the egg yolks. Place the egg yolks in a medium sized mixing bowl and keep side.
  2. Add cheese, mustard, minced salmon, salt, red pepper, onion, sour cream, lemon juice to the egg yolks and mash well.
  3. Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and fill the egg white halves.
  4. Serve immediately on a bed of lettuce leaves.

5. Cajun Spiced Devil Eggs:


Cajun or Creole spices are awesome seasoning options for deviled eggs, especially if you are planning to include these egg appetizers in your Mardi Gras theme party. You just need 3 ingredients to prepare this and two more for garnishing and serving.
Ingredients:
  1. Eggs – 6, hard boiled, peeled, and halved
  2. Mayonnaise – ¼ cup
  3. Cajun seasoning – to taste
  4. Parsley – for garnishing
  5. Lettuce leaf – for serving
Directions:
  1. Halve your eggs vertically. Using a watermelon scooper, take out the egg yolks and place in a mixing bowl. Set aside.
  2. Add mayonnaise and Cajun seasoning to egg yolks and mash and mix the ingredients to ensure even spreading.
  3. Spoon into the 12 egg halves, garnish with parsley sprig, and serve on a bed of lettuce.
These are just 5 of the easy ways to make deviled eggs. Mix and match the base and toppings of your choice. Fried and crumbled bacon, cherry tomato slices, freshly sliced carrot slices, sweet corn kernels, nuts, and salad greens – there are numerous options when it comes to deviled eggs.