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Southern Deviled Eggs

Cultural Context

Deviled eggs have roots in ancient Rome, but the Southern version has evolved into a beloved staple at gatherings and celebrations in the United States. Often featuring ingredients like mayonnaise and mustard, these eggs are creamy and flavorful, making them a perfect appetizer. Today, variations abound, with many adding unique touches like bacon or spicy sauces, showcasing the dish’s adaptability and enduring popularity.

Southern AmericanUSappetizer
20 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
12 large eggs
mayonnaise
sweet relish
diced jalapenos
yellow mustard
salt
black pepper
smoked paprika

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

pickle relish

🥗Healthier: diced pickles

💰Cheaper: chopped cucumbers

Diced pickles provide a similar tangy flavor at a lower cost.

bacon bits

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: omit

Turkey bacon offers a lower-fat option.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha adds a similar heat with fewer ingredients.

1

Place 12 large eggs in a 6-quart pressure cooker on the grate or in a steamer basket.

2

Add 1 cup of water to the pressure cooker.

3

Cover the pressure cooker and set the valve to sealing.

4

Cook on low pressure for 8 minutes.

5

After 8 minutes, quick release the pressure.

6

Prepare a bowl of cold water (or ice water) to cool the eggs after cooking.

7

Transfer the eggs to the cold water and let them sit for about 5 minutes.

8

Peel the eggs and collect the shells in a bowl for composting.

9

Cut each egg in half lengthwise and remove the yolks into a bowl.

10

Mash the yolks with a spoon until smooth.

11

Add 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons sweet relish, diced jalapenos, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper to the yolks and mix until combined.

12

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more mayonnaise if desired for creaminess.

13

Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg whites, filling them generously.

14

Sprinkle a light amount of smoked paprika over the filled eggs for garnish.

15

Transfer the deviled eggs to a serving plate.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixinggarnishing

Equipment Needed

6-quart pressure cookergratesteamer basketbowlspoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggsmustardmilk

Also Known As

Deviled EggsStuffed Eggs

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