Southern Deviled Eggs Recipe
This Southern deviled eggs recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser - learn the easy steps to creating these addictive, flavorful bites.
Ingredients
- 6 Large eggs
- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 Tsp apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
- ⅛ tsp salt
- ⅛ Tsp black pepper
- ¼ Tsp paprika (plus more for garnish)
- 1 Tbsp sweet pickle relish (optional)
- ½ Tsp hot sauce (optional, for spice)
- 1 Tbsp finely chopped chives or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water.
- Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and let sit for 12 minutes.
- Transfer eggs to an ice bath to cool for at least 5 minutes.
- Gently tap eggs on a hard surface and peel under running water.
- Slice eggs in half lengthwise and remove yolks.
- Mash yolks in a bowl and mix with mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper, paprika, and optional ingredients (pickle relish or hot sauce).
- Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg whites.
- Sprinkle with extra paprika and chopped chives or parsley.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
