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Mexican Deviled Eggs

Spicy Mexican Deviled Eggs for Your Next Flavorful Fiesta

Discover these Mexican deviled eggs, a zesty appetizer with creamy avocado and jalapeño, perfect for any fiesta.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 6 egg halves
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 6 large Eggs Hard-boiled and peeled
  • 1 Avocado Mashed, ensure ripe
  • 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise Can be replaced with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Mexican crema Can use sour cream or yogurt
  • 1 Jalapeño pepper Finely diced, seeds removed for less heat
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper To taste
For the Garnish
  • Smoked paprika For garnish
  • Cilantro leaves For garnish
  • Jalapeño slices For garnish
  • Lime wedges For garnish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spoon or piping bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Place the eggs in a medium saucepan and cover them with cold water. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat for 12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath.
  2. After cooling, peel the eggs under running water, slice in half, and place whites on a platter; transfer yolks to a mixing bowl.
  3. Mash yolks with avocado, then mix in mayonnaise, crema, lime juice, spices, and jalapeño until smooth.
  4. Fill each egg white half with the mixture, using a spool or piping bag for an appealing presentation.
  5. Garnish with smoked paprika, jalapeño slices, and cilantro leaves. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2egg halvesCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Best consumed within 24 hours for optimal flavor.

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