Description
Mexican Deviled Eggs are a vibrant twist on a classic appetizer, combining creamy yolks with zesty lime, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro. These delightful bites provide an explosion of flavor in every mouthful, making them perfect for any gathering or cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp jalapeños (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Hard boil the eggs by placing them in a saucepan covered with water. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, cover, and remove from heat; let sit for 12 minutes.
- Transfer the eggs to an ice bath for about 5 minutes to cool.
- Once cooled, peel the eggs under running water if needed. Cut in half lengthwise and scoop out yolks into a mixing bowl.
- Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lime juice, jalapeños, salt, and pepper to the yolks. Mash until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg whites and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg half (30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 186mg