Spicy Southwestern Deviled Eggs

A unique twist on traditional deviled eggs, this Spicy Southwestern Deviled Eggs recipe brings bold flavors of the American Southwest to this classic appetizer.

🛒 Ingredients

• 6 pieces large eggs
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
• 1 cup chopped green chilies
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4 pieces bacon bits
• 1 cup chopped scallions

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Hard-boil 6 large eggs for 12 minutes, then chill in ice water.

2. 2

   Step 2: Cut the eggs in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks to a bowl.

3. 3

   Step 3: Mash the yolks with a fork until they're well broken up.

4. 4

   Step 4: Stir in mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, cayenne pepper, and chopped cilantro until smooth.

5. 5

   Step 5: Stir in chopped green chilies, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

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   Step 6: Stir in bacon bits and chopped scallions.

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   Step 7: Spoon the yolk mixture evenly into the egg white halves.

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   Step 8: Sprinkle with additional chopped cilantro if desired.

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   Step 9: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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    Step 10: Serve cold and enjoy!

💡 Pro Tips

To prevent the eggs from becoming too crumbly, make sure to handle them gently when cutting and filling. Also, be sure to chill the deviled eggs in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

📊 Nutrition per Serving