Devilled Eggs with Mayonnaise, Dijon Mustard and Paprika
Why this recipe works
- Smooth, creamy filling: Pressing the yolks through a sieve helps remove lumps before they are whisked with mayonnaise and mustard.
- Balanced tang: Dijon mustard cuts through the richness of the yolks and mayonnaise without overpowering the eggs.
- Quick to assemble: Once the eggs are boiled and cooled, the filling comes together quickly with a short list of everyday ingredients.
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Timing notes
- Cool before peeling: Cooling the eggs under cold running water makes them easier to handle and helps the whites stay neat when peeled.
- Serve chilled or cool: Keep the eggs refrigerated until serving, then allow a short time at cool room temperature for the filling to soften slightly.
Texture tips
- For a smoother filling: Sieve the yolks before mixing and whisk until the mayonnaise and mustard are fully incorporated.
- If the filling feels stiff: Whisk a little longer to loosen the yolk mixture before spooning it back into the egg whites.
Ingredient notes
- Paprika choice: Sweet paprika gives the classic mild finish; smoked paprika adds a deeper, more savoury flavour.
- Mustard style: Dijon mustard gives a sharper, cleaner tang, while a sweeter mustard will make the filling milder.
Make-ahead tips
- Prepare ahead: Devilled eggs can be made in advance and stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- For taking to a gathering: Keep the eggs chilled during transport and avoid leaving them out for extended periods once served.
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Instructions
- Put the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes. Drain, then cool under cold running water until the eggs are cool enough to handle.
- Peel the eggs and halve them lengthways. Carefully pop the yolks into a mixing bowl and set the whites on a serving platter. Press the yolks through a sieve into the bowl for a smoother filling.
- Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fine sea salt and black pepper to the yolks, then whisk until smooth and creamy. Spoon the mixture back into the egg whites. Dust with sweet paprika to finish.
Recipe notes
Tips
- For neat halves, slice the eggs with a clean, sharp knife and wipe the blade between cuts.
- If the filling feels too stiff to spoon, whisk it a little longer to loosen it and make it silkier.
- If serving to pregnant people, young children, older adults, or anyone immunocompromised, use pasteurised eggs where available and keep the eggs chilled until serving.
Substitutions
- Replace Mayonnaise with Avocado-oil-mayonnaise for a slightly lighter flavour.
- Replace Dijon mustard with Bavarian-sweet-mustard for a milder, sweeter filling.
- Replace Sweet paprika with Smoked paprika for a smokier finish.
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 2 days
- Store in a sealed container in the fridge. For best texture, bring to cool room temperature for 10 minutes before serving; do not leave out for more than 2 hours.
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Recipe overview
- Servings: 4 servings
- Total time: 25min (15min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: American
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Allergens:
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