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Romanian Deviled/Stuffed Eggs with Cheese and Pickles (Ouă umplute cu brânză și castraveți murați)

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Romanian Deviled Eggs with Cheese and Pickles

Cultural Context

Romanian deviled eggs, known as 'ouă umplute', are a beloved appetizer often served at festive gatherings and family meals. This dish showcases the Romanian penchant for combining rich flavors, such as creamy cheese and tangy pickles, creating a delightful contrast. While traditionally enjoyed during holidays or celebrations, these deviled eggs have found their way into everyday dining, becoming a staple in many households across Romania.

RomanianROappetizer
30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
5 eggs
50 - 100 g grated cheese (cheddar or Gouda)
50 - 100 g processed cheese
1 tablespoon (herbed) salted butter
3 - 5 medium pickles, finely chopped
1 pickled red pepper, finely chopped
½ bunch of fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon mustard
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
20 pitted olives, finely chopped
Black pepper, to taste
½ tsp Nigella seeds
parsley leaves
pickled pepper
slices of pickle

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Avocado adds healthy fats while sour cream is a cost-effective alternative.

1

Boil the eggs in salted water for 10 minutes.

2

Cool them under cold running water and peel.

3

Slice the eggs in half lengthwise and remove the yolks.

4

Place the yolks in a bowl.

5

Mash the yolks with a fork, then mix in Nigella seeds, grated cheese, processed cheese, herbed butter, pickles, pickled pepper, dill, mustard, mayonnaise, olives, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix until smooth.

6

Fill the egg whites with the mixture using a spoon.

7

Decorate with parsley leaves, whole olives, pickled pepper and slices of pickle.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

ouă umplute cu brânză și castravețideviled eggs with cheese and pickles

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