Spicy Deviled Eggs
These are not your Nana’s deviled eggs – chili flakes and sriracha give these Spicy Deviled Eggs an extra kick that your guests will love!
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I think it’s high time deviled eggs had a comeback, don’t you?
Often associated with 1950s cocktail parties, deviled eggs actually originated in ancient Rome as probably one of the first ever h’ors d’oeuvres. The Romans would season eggs with different sauces and serve them to their guests. It wasn’t until the mid-19th century that recipes for deviled eggs started to appear in the United States.
Deviled eggs are relatively simple to prepare and make for a bright and flavorful party appetizer. This recipe is different from classic deviled eggs because it incorporates sriracha, smoked paprika, and chili flakes for an added kick of spice and flavor.
Are Spicy Deviled Eggs Healthy?
Eggs are an excellent source of protein, vitamin D, folate, and antioxidants that are good for vision. They contain cholesterol, but it’s not the kind that raises your blood cholesterol. Boiling eggs is also one of the healthiest ways of cooking them because this method doesn’t use added fat. Spices like chili flakes improve circulation and may help lower blood pressure. Mayonnaise, however, is high in fat and calories, so it may not be fitting for all diets. This recipe is a good low-carb option and is suitable for keto, paleo, and gluten-free diets.
INGREDIENTS
- 6 large eggs
- 1 Tbsp chili flakes, divided
- 1 1/2 tbsp sriracha or your favourite hot sauce
- 1 Tbsp smoked paprika, divided
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp chives, divided
INSTRUCTIONS
Boil
Fill a small sauce pot with water enough to submerge 6 eggs and bring to a boil. Place your eggs in the water using a spoon and boil for 10-12 minutes until yolks are hard. Once ready, remove from the saucepot and carefully place in an ice bath.
Peel
Peel your boiled eggs and cut them in half lengthwise. Place the whites on a serving plate and remove the yolks with a spoon and place them in a large bowl.
Mix
In the large bowl with egg yolks, add mayonnaise, half the chili flakes, half the chives, half the paprika, sriracha, and mustard. With a fork, mix until well combined.
Garnish
Begin spooning your deviled egg mixture into the eggs. Garnish with chili flakes, paprika, chives and serve.
DEVOUR!
Tips and Tricks to Make Perfect Spicy Deviled Eggs
- When setting up your eggs for boiling, place them in the pot and then cover them with cold water. This allows for your eggs to slowly rise in temperature, and preventing the shells from breaking.
- At the end of the cooking time, transfer your eggs to ice cold water to prevent them from over-cooking. No one likes a green, chalky egg yolk!
- Make sure your yolks are fully mashed to achieve that creamy, smooth texture.
- For an even classier presentation, use a piping bag with a star tip for the filling and pipe little dollops into the center of the egg.
FAQs
Deviled eggs are great made the night before! Just make sure to keep them chilled and hold off on the garnish until you’re ready to serve.
A chunky filling is most likely the result of not mashing your yolks finely enough before adding your other ingredients. Make sure to really give them a good mash!
Runny deviled eggs are likely the result of undercooked eggs. You can check if your eggs are done by spinning one on the counter. If it spins evenly, it’s hard boiled and if it’s wobbly, it’s because your yolk is still too liquidy and needs more time cooking.
It’s not because they have little horns or wield pitchforks! The word likely has a biblical connotation relating to the hot temperatures in hell. The word “deviled” was used in the 18th century to describe foods that were highly seasoned or spicy.
Serving Suggestions
Healthy California Roll Sushi Bites: If you’re looking to offer an assortment of low carb hors-d’œuvres to your guests, these California Roll Sushi Bites are easy to prepare and pair well alongside Spicy Deviled Eggs.
Spicy Grilled Sweet Potatoes With Avocado Salsa And Turkey Sausage: Another addition to your silver platter of appetizers at your next function are these Spicy Grilled Sweet Potatoes With Avocado Salsa And Turkey Sausage. Not only are they super tasty, they’re also gluten free and eye-catching. Their southwestern flavors and kick of spice will compliment the Spicy Deviled Eggs nicely.
Lemon Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus And Goat Cheese Pesto Bites: If you really want to impress your guests, add these super light and delicious Lemon Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus And Goat Cheese Pesto Bites to your assortment of appetizers. The light and refreshing flavors of this dish will offer contrast to the richer, fattier flavors of the Spicy Deviled Eggs.
Make Ahead and Storage
In the rare case that you have leftovers, you can store them in an even layer in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If you want to make them ahead of time, just make sure not to exceed two days because the filling will dry out. Hold back on the garnish until you’re ready to serve.
Spicy Deviled Eggs
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 tbsp chili flakes divided
- 1 1/2 tbsp sriracha or your favourite hot sauce
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika divided
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp chives divided
Instructions
- Fill a small sauce pot with water enough to submerge 6 eggs and bring to a boil. Place your eggs in the water using a spoon and boil for 10-12 minutes until yolks are hard. Once ready, remove from the saucepot and carefully place in an ice bath.
- Peel your boiled eggs and cut them in half lengthwise. Place the whites on a serving plate and remove the yolks with a spoon and place them in a large bowl.
- In the large bowl with egg yolks, add mayonnaise, half the chili flakes, half the chives, half the paprika, sriracha, and mustard. With a fork, mix until well combined.
- Begin spooning your deviled egg mixture into the eggs. Garnish with chili flakes, paprika, chives and serve.
Nutrition
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