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Mexican Deviled Eggs Recipe

Spicy Mexican Deviled Eggs Recipe for a Flavorful Twist

This Spicy Mexican Deviled Eggs Recipe adds a Tex-Mex twist to a classic appetizer with avocado, jalapeño, and lime.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 12 egg halves
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 6 large eggs hard-boiled and peeled
  • 1 medium ripe avocado for best texture
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 1 small jalapeño pepper remove seeds for milder flavor
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder use sparingly
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For the Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 small cilantro leaves for garnish
  • 1 small jalapeño slices for garnish
  • 2 wedge lime optional serving suggestion

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Medium Bowl
  • Piping bag or zip-top bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the eggs by placing them in a saucepan, covering with cold water, and bringing to a boil. Cover and simmer for 12 minutes, then cool in an ice bath.
  2. Once cool, peel the eggs under running water, slice in half, and remove yolks into a medium bowl.
  3. Mash yolks with avocado until smooth. Stir in mayonnaise, lime juice, jalapeño, and cilantro. Season with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Adjust seasoning as necessary to ensure a delicious balance of flavor.
  5. Fill egg whites with the creamy mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
  6. Garnish with smoked paprika, jalapeño slices, and cilantro leaves. Chill for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 2egg halvesCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These deviled eggs can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. The avocado filling can be made a day in advance, but fill the eggs just before serving.

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