I’m the most dangerous person at your dinner party.
I’m the one that lingers near the Deviled Eggs at a party. (If not Deviled Eggs, I can also be found lingering near the homemade guacamole or cheese plate.)
You’ll never ever know how many Deviled Eggs I’ve eaten because I pop the entire bite in my mouth while you’re looking down at your wine glass…. and I chew quickly. I go back for seconds (which you think are my firsts). I go back for thirds and fourths (which you think are my seconds). I will clear you out of nearly every Deviled Egg on your appetizer table.
The worst part is (my breath?) that I have no remorse. I eat all of your eggs then I casually move along (…probably to the table with wine). I’m the worst. I really am. At least I won’t mess with your music selection, unless I do. Again… I’m the worst.
These eggs are extra-special because they’re dill-y and radish-y, and I was feeling extra-special when I made them. Just let it happen.
The most important part of making beautiful Deviled Eggs is first, correctly boiling the eggs and successfully peeling the eggs. There’s nothing worst than fighting with the egg white while peeling.
I’ve had the most success with lowering cold eggs into boiling water, and boiling the eggs for 13 minutes. I shock the eggs in cold water and huzzah! They peel without a fuss!
This eggy article explains all.
Easy peeled eggs and golden yellow yolks. No grey, no chalky yolks.
The yolks are combined with mayonnaise, two different kinds of mustard, a dash of Worcestershire, chives, and dill!
You can use a fork to combine the ingredients for a more rustic and chunky Deviled Egg. A food processor will create a more smooth and lovely filling. I used a food processor.
Un-yolked whites. Imperfect is just fine.
Yolks, mayonnaise, and mustard in the food processor. Herbs and Worcestershire are stirred in.
Season to taste, and then it’s hard to stop tasting.
Each white is topped generously with filling and sprinkled with extra chives and dill, thinly sliced radish and yummy smokey paprika.
Then just go ahead and pull up and chair and get weird.
Extra-Special Deviled Eggs
makes 2 dozen
1 dozen large eggs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon or whole grain mustard
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, plus 1 tablespoon more for garnish
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
salt and pepper to taste
thinly sliced radishes, for garnish
paprika for garnish
To make the eggs, fill a large pot with water about 5-inches high and bring water to a rolling boil over medium heat. Take the eggs out of the refrigerator just as the water comes to a boil and use a large spoon to lower the eggs, one at a time, into the boiling water. After a few eggs, the water will cool and stop boiling. That’s ok. Keep adding eggs. It will start to simmer again. Once the last egg is added, set your timer for 13 minutes. Use the large spoon to gently stir the eggs around the pot just a bit.
Prepare a large bowl with cold water and ice cubes.
After 13 minutes remove from the heat and spoon each egg out of the boiling water and into the ice bath. Allow to fit for 5 minutes until cool to the touch. Crack eggs and return to the water.
Peel the eggs. Rinse them off to remove any shell bits. Pat the eggs dry. Slice the eggs vertically and carefully spoon out the yolks into a medium bowl (if you’re mixing by hand) or the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade attachment (if you’re mixing in a machine). Place the egg white halves of a baking sheet or serving platter.
Add mayonnaise and mustards to the egg yolk. Mash and stir with a fork (for a more rough/rustic Deviled Egg), or blend until smooth in a food processor (for a more smooth Deviled Egg). If using a food processor, transfer mixture to a medium bowl and stir in Worcestershire sauce, chives, and dill. Stir. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Spoon about 2 heaping teaspoons into each egg white. Top with more chives, dill, thinly sliced radish, and a sprinkling of paprika just before serving. Eggs are best within two days of preparing. Serve chilled.
Minnie
This. I will try. My are so bland.
Thanks.
Kristen
These are so good! I want to eat the entire batch right now, but I’m going to try my best to share them. Thanks, Joy!
Sheila
When my husband and I got engaged 13 years ago, we registered for one of those deviled egg plates from Crate and Barrel. I declared that I was going to be the lady that brought deviled eggs to all the gatherings. I have followed through on it. Very few people say no to deviled eggs and most people think there’s some kind of magic to make them. Ha, ha! Simple and delicious. I’m like a princess at every party.
Emma R
I’ve never had Deviled Eggs before and always wondered what they were like. Think you’ve converted me!
Cody Thompson
These look so good! My eggs never turn out this pretty after the peeling process – can’t wait to try putting them back into the cold water after they’ve been cracked. I think that’s the step I’ve been missing!
Wendy Branch
I made these recipes yesterday for the part – it was a hit. Great recipe – Thank you.
JP
Years ago I saw a special on TV about a company making hard boiled Easter eggs. They said their secret to getting the eggs just right was to steam them vice boiling them. I decided to give it a try. I use my electric vegetable steamer and have found that I can put the eggs in, set it for 22 minutes, and then go do whatever I need to. The eggs steam for the exact amount of time, and then are ready to go into the fridge. They always come out perfect, regardless if I am steaming 4 eggs or a dozen.
raina babos
I’m the same love, love, love those devilled eggs! I’m always near the savoury stuff. You can have the sweet stuff, I won’t fight you for it lol
Todd
The Bar Book FTW!!
Eileen
Hooray for deviled eggs! And the radish and dill combination is so perfect. I usually throw both of those into my egg salad, so the stretch to deviled eggs is not very far at all! :)
Greg
Wanted to try to cooking technique to see how well it worked. Worked perfectly. Had to make egg salad. My wife is recovering from knee replacement surgery and really wanted some. So, will make the deviled eggs next time.
sarah
you must try horseradish and wasabi mustard with these! also the paprika is extra awesome, maybe and olive slice on top.
joythebaker
you are completely right about the spicy elements!
Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures
Deviled eggs are dangerous because an entire egg can easily fit in your mouth. I can easily eat a handful myself!
amiechristo
Joy the Baker: where amazing things become flawless things. I will be making these and then quickly eating them before anyone else has a chance to steal them from me.
Sharon | Cheesy Pennies
My mom used to top hers with perfectly pink shrimp when she hosted dinner parties, and ever since then, I’ve been a devoted fan, so much so that I’m the person right next to you at the party. Co-conspirators, as it were. I’ve been thinking of doing an all-deviled-egg cocktail party…this variation will definitely be on the menu! Thanks, Joy.
kvbono
When I was on Kauai we made them with lilikoi/wasabi mustard and a seaweed salad garnish. WHAT?!! They lasted less than 3 minutes. Sorry I can’t find a photo. If I do I will post it.
Mary @ flavorrd
Who knew deviled eggs could look so gorgeous?? Tres fancy! And this post cracked me up… you can bring your bad self to my party any time.
sarah
looks like I’m going to have to make these this week! They look so good! Thank you for sharing!
Marie
So pretty!! Love the versatility of eggs.
Claudia from Idiot's Kitchen
I used to be you. I even had a cousin who clean my plate for me at family gatherings so I could go back for seconds (thirds, fourths) of my grandmother’s deviled eggs. Sadly, I became allergic to eggs a few years ago. Boo. Yours look gorgeous!!!
Sarah | Drool-Worthy
Yum! These look fantastic — my favorite!
Heather
Oh, man, deviled eggs are my Achilles heel! I love them so much, I also secretly scarf more than my fair share a party.
Karen - 2Teaspoons
Beautiful deviled eggs! I can’t resist them either. I love the spices you added and am eager to try adding the eggs directly to the boiling water. Anything that makes them easier to peel is definitely a huge plus in my book :-)
Meredith
Incredibly delicious!
thefoodieteen
they’re absolutely gorgeous! and hey, at least yours make it to the party.. no shame!
jayne
what if you did a quick pickle on that radish?
Mallory
Absolutely! I believe she always made a few more than necessary because of our sticky fingers :)
Maggie
I only make deviled eggs on Easter Sunday. Why?? This inspires me. Thank you!
Taylor
I love a good deviled egg. My favorite part is the paprika. Yummm!
xoxo
Taylor
Mary Ann
Delicious little deviled eggs with radish hats.
sashahayman
Soooo I’ll probably get super weird and end up eating six whole eggs in one sitting because of this recipe. That’s okay, can never have too much protein, right?
Angel Luis
I like the crunch from the radishes!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout
What an adorable hors d’oeuvre! Those sliced radishes are amazing.
Rachel
you’ve basically described me at any gathering. we have no shame!
Erin | The Law Student's Wife
Are you taking applications for a Deviled Egg Partner In Crime? (yes, all caps—this is a formal position.) If yes, I think we could make a dynamic duo. I’ll cause a diversion, you make off with the whole tray!
Kim
These look great! I did get a tip somewhere along the way you may use….I was told to use 13 eggs. One of those eggs was to be used in the filling. It helped give you more filling for the eggs, because when you make deviled eggs, you just seem to run out of filling for the last couple eggs. So, you would use the entire egg…yolk and white along with the rest of your ingredients….Cant wait to try this!
Butter, Basil and Breadcrumbs
Ah…hahaha!! I just wrote a post about deviled eggs a few weeks back!! We are kindred spirits when it comes to deviled eggs!! LOVE these. Love this post! <3
Paulette
I have a party in August and these will look beautiful on the table. Thanks Joy Paulette
Jenny
Way high on my husband’s list of favorite foods are deviled eggs and radishes. Combining the two will blow his mind! I think I’ll surprise him with these when he gets home from work today. They just might make up for all the tofu and kale he’s had to eat lately…
Marie
prettiest deviled eggs i ever did see!
Mallory
Deviled eggs are the reason I loved spending the night with grandma before a holiday…she always made the eggs the night before and well who could resist snagging one or four from the fridge when she wasn’t looking!
gayle casey
the best part of that story is now that you’re an adult you know that your grandma knew you were snagging eggs from the frig and was probably thrilled about it!!!
Averie @ Averie Cooks
Joy they’re the most beautiful deviled eggs ever! Those radish slices, talk about cookbook-cover shot worthy perfection :) pinned!
wearenotmartha
I have a really hard time stopping myself from going back for seconds, thirds, fourths, etc. on deviled eggs. And these ones look especially good!
Sues
Deb Fortin
I’d love to see you and my son and son-in-law at the devilled egg table. there wouldn’t be any left for the rest of us. I can NEVER make enough devilled eggs when they are around.
Tom @ Raise Your Garden
Wow I love deviled eggs and since you were feeling extra special when you made them and I’d like to feel extra special today so I’m going to have to make these!
ahu
I’ve actually never had a deviled egg before, but these look incredible. maybe it’s time to try!