Description
Classic Southern Paula Deen deviled eggs blend creamy filling with tangy mustard and paprika. Guests adore these rich, zesty appetizers that embody homestyle comfort and Southern hospitality.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 large eggs (hard-boiled and peeled)
- ¼ cup (60 ml/2 fl oz) mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tbsps (22 ml/0.75 fl oz) sweet pickle relish
- 1 tsp (5 ml/0.17 fl oz) mustard
- paprika (to taste)
- sliced sweet gherkin pickles
- pimentos
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Egg Preparation: Halve hard-boiled eggs lengthwise with precision, ensuring clean, symmetrical cuts.
- Yolk Processing: Delicately remove yolks into a mixing bowl, transforming them into a fine, uniform texture using a fork.
- Flavor Fusion: Whisk mayonnaise, pickle relish, and mustard into the mashed yolks, creating a harmonious, velvety filling with balanced seasoning of salt and pepper.
- Filling Technique: Pipe or carefully spoon the creamy yolk mixture into egg white halves, achieving an elegant and consistent presentation.
- Finishing Touches: Sprinkle paprika for a vibrant garnish, and optionally accent with sweet pickle slivers and pimento pieces to elevate visual and flavor complexity.
- Storage and Serving: Refrigerate in a sealed container up to 24 hours, then serve chilled or at cool room temperature on an attractive platter for optimal enjoyment.
Notes
- Egg Precision Matters: Use a sharp, clean knife to slice eggs perfectly for uniform, professional-looking halves.
- Crumble Technique: Mash yolks thoroughly with a fork to eliminate lumps and create a smooth, creamy texture.
- Flavor Balance Tip: Adjust seasoning gradually, tasting as you blend ingredients to achieve perfect taste profile.
- Chill and Serve Strategy: Refrigerate for up to 24 hours, but allow eggs to rest at room temperature briefly before serving for optimal flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg