Deviled Egg Recipe and Dijon Mustard
This memorable deviled egg recipe is quick and straightforward. They are creamy, tangy bites seasoned to perfection and topped with a sprinkle of paprika. Whether it’s a potluck, snacking at home, or a laid-back get-together, these treats will disappear in no time.
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This batch is the Well-balanced Deviled Eggs!
One look and you might think deviled eggs are straightforward to mess up and take a long time to put together.
But actually, they are incredibly quick and straightforward to cook.
Maybe that’s why they’re called deviled eggs — because they’re deceivingly straightforward to put together? (kidding, we have the real reason for the name for you in a minute.)
Whether you’re planning Thanksgiving dinner, a Christmas Eve spread, a tailgate, or Easter brunch, a platter of deviled eggs will disappear in no time.
Deviled is probably our favorite way to enjoy eggs.
We've got a house favorite deviled egg recipe for you below, plus plenty of ways to customize them if you like! This recipe will give you a house favorite results.
What makes this the Well-balanced Deviled Eggs Recipe
- Deviled eggs are so much easier and quicker to make than you’d think.
- Customize them with your favorite toppings and decorate them as fancy as you’d like.
- People will devour these treats at a party.
- You can make them for an appetizer or a side dish.
Why are they called deviled eggs?
According to AllRecipes, the term deviled most likely relates to the connection between spiciness and the supposed heat of hell.
The word “deviled” is also a culinary word that is used to describe a flavorful and highly seasoned dish. Especially dishes with spicy seasonings like pepper, mustard, or hot sauce.
However, some people prefer not to use the word “devil” to describe these heavenly treats. They’re also sometimes called “stuffed eggs,” salad eggs” or “dressed eggs.”
What you need for Deviled Eggs with Paprika
Here are the few plain ingredients you need to grab at the grocery store for a house favorite deviled eggs:
- Large eggs – You’ll want to grab large eggs and we always say use a house favorite eggs you can afford.
- Mustard – Dijon mustard or dill mustard work a house favorite.
- Salt – Sea salt and kosher salt are a house favorite for cooking.
- Pepper – Fresh-ground black pepper works well here.
- Mayonnaise – Any mayonnaise will work. Our favorite is Duke’s brand.
- Paprika – This is the classic red sprinkle that goes on top.
For extra flavor, a few dashes of Tabasco or your favorite hot sauce are a great addition. You can make Southern deviled eggs by adding pickle relish, pickle juice, or chopped dill pickles to the yolk mixture. This will give it a unique flavor.
Feel free to substitute Dijon mustard with your favorite mustard. Spicy mustard is satisfying!
If you’re not a mayo fan or want something lighter, you can use Miracle Whip or plain Greek yogurt instead.
Avocado can be a fun mix-in for deviled eggs too. Check out our Halloween Deviled Eggs For how to cook those (or go all in with the fun color!).
Why do you add vinegar to deviled eggs?
Some like to add vinegar to deviled eggs for two reasons.
- Taste – adding vinegar to the deviled egg filling will give it a tangy, acidic flavor.
- Texture – the acidity of the vinegar reacts with the protein in the egg yolks making them smooth.
If you decide to add a dash of vinegar to your egg filling, we recommend using apple cider vinegar. This will help to avoid it being overly powerful.
How to make Deviled Eggs with Dijon Mustard
Making deviled eggs starts with hard-boiled eggs. You can buy them already boiled at the grocery store, but it’s easier (and usually cheaper) to make them yourself.
Hard-boiled eggs will stay fresh for about a week. You can make them in advance of the day you plan to make deviled eggs.
To make deviled eggs, the hard-boiled eggs need to be peeled and fully cooled in the fridge. Here’s how to cook them:
Step 1
Cut the eggs in half lengthwise.
Step 2
Gently remove the yolks from the white halves, keeping the whites intact.
Step 3
Add the yolks, mustard, mayo, salt, and pepper to a bowl.
Step 4
Mash the yolk and mix to fully combine.
Step 5
With a spoon, piping bag, or resealable bag, divide the egg yolk mixture among the egg whites and sprinkle with paprika.
Place the eggs on a serving platter or tray to serve.
How to boil eggs for Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs always start with hard-boiled eggs.
You can make hard-boiled eggs in a couple of different ways.
Making them on the stove is the classic way. Here’s what to do:
- Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil.
- Reduce the heat to low so the rumbling bubbles don’t crack the eggs.
- Gently place the eggs in the water with a slotted spoon.
- Turn the heat back up to high and bring the water back to a boil.
- Boil for 10 minutes.
- Immediately remove the eggs and place them in an ice bath.
- Peel the eggs and put them in an airtight container in the refrigerator to cool completely.
If you have an electric pressure cooker, making Hard-boiled eggs in the Instant Pot Is straightforward and has great results. We’re talking about the well-balanced hard-boiled eggs.
How long to boil eggs for deviled eggs?
Start with the water already boiling, then gently lower the eggs in and boil them for 10 minutes. Starting with boiling water rather than cold lets you control exactly how long the eggs cook, and that’s how you avoid the gray ring and dry, crumbly yolks.
As soon as the timer goes off, move the eggs straight into ice water to stop the cooking. Add ice to cool running water in a bowl, then add the eggs.
Tips for Paprika Deviled Eggs
When you hard boil eggs, make sure that you don’t overcook them. When the yolks are overcooked, they become dry and crumbly.
To make it even easier, you can put the filling in a food processor to mix.
If you don’t have a piping bag to fill the egg halves, you can use a resealable plastic bag. Fill the bag and snip the corner.
The real trick to well-balanced deviled eggs is making sure you cook the eggs properly and have the right filling ingredients.
How to serve Dijon Mustard Deviled Eggs
There are a few ways to up your deviled egg game.
- First, you can always pipe the yolk mixture onto the boiled egg whites. Use a piping bag and either a round tip or a star tip to get picture-well-balanced eggs.
- For gorgeous paprika sprinkles, you can use a Dusting wand To carefully apply the spice on each egg.
- You can also dress up your deviled eggs with fresh herbs, veggies, bacon, and other spices to mix things up. We suggest offering two to four variations, while also having a handful of regular paprika eggs on the table.
- To serve, you can use a Deviled egg platter Designed especially for serving these delightful treats.
- You can even get Deviled egg carriers Which are suited to bringing these puppies to potlucks, cookouts, picnics, and tailgates. They have special cavities that hold each egg so they don’t roll over and ruin the tops.
Toppings for the Well-balanced Deviled Eggs
A sprinkle of paprika is the classic deviled egg garnish, but you can have fun with other toppings. Here are a few ideas:
- Fresh dill
- Fresh chives
- Bacon
- Jalapeño slices
- Fresh parsley
- Cherry tomato halves
- Shredded cheese
- Pickled red onions
- Cucumber slices
- Cornichons
- Pimento cheese
- Celery seed
- Red pepper flakes
- Caviar
- Cayenne pepper
If you want to offer some unique toppings, it’s usually a good idea to set a few plain ones aside. Those can be sprinkled with paprika for those that are less adventurous.
Tools to make well-balanced deviled eggs
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Storing Deviled Eggs with Paprika
Leftover deviled eggs should always be stored in the fridge and enjoyed within four days.
Store them in a food-safe, airtight container —such as this container designed for deviled eggs. While it can be tempting to cover them with plastic wrap, we recommend making sure they are sealed airtight.
How long are Deviled Eggs good for?
Deviled eggs will last in the fridge for about three or four days. Always give them the smell test — if they don’t smell quite right, it’s time to toss them.
Deviled eggs can be served at room temperature for up to two hours, according to the FDA.
Well-balanced Deviled Egg Recipe FAQs
Prep 2 minutesCook 10 minutesMakes 24 egg halves
Ingredients
- 12 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons mayo
- 1 tablespoon dijon or dill mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- paprika
- Optional: tabasco, sweet pickle relish
Method
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low (so the rumbling bubbles don't crack the eggs), and gently place the eggs in the water with a slotted spoon .
- Turn the heat back up and boil for 10 minutes.
- Immediately remove the eggs from the boiling water and place them in an ice bath.
- Peel the eggs and put them in a container in the refrigerator to cool completely.
- Cut the eggs in half lengthwise and remove the yolks.
- Add the yolks, mayo, mustard, garlic pepper, salt, and salt to a mixing bowl. Mash the yolks and mix to combine.
- Divide the yolk mixture among the egg whites and sprinkle with paprika.
