Spicy Chili Garlic Deviled Eggs (Print Version)

Creamy egg halves topped with spicy chili garlic oil and sesame seeds for bold, savory bites.

# What You'll Need:

→ Eggs & Filling

01 - 6 large eggs
02 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
03 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
04 - Salt to taste
05 - Black pepper to taste
06 - 1/2 teaspoon sriracha or hot sauce, optional
07 - 1/4 teaspoon rice vinegar or fresh lemon juice, optional
08 - Pinch of sugar, optional

→ Spicy Chili Garlic Topping

09 - 2 tablespoons chili crisp or chili garlic oil
10 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced, optional
12 - 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce or tamari
13 - Pinch of red pepper flakes, optional

→ Garnish

14 - Fresh cilantro or scallions, finely chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, remove from heat, cover with a lid, and let stand for 10 to 12 minutes.
02 - Transfer eggs to an ice bath and cool completely for approximately 5 minutes.
03 - Gently peel the cooled eggs and slice in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop yolks into a mixing bowl and set egg white halves aside on a clean surface.
04 - Mash egg yolks with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until completely smooth. If desired, fold in sriracha, rice vinegar, or a pinch of sugar to enhance flavor depth.
05 - Transfer yolk mixture to a piping bag or use a spoon to distribute filling evenly into each egg white half.
06 - In a small bowl, combine chili crisp or chili garlic oil, toasted sesame seeds, soy sauce or tamari, minced garlic if using, and red pepper flakes. Stir thoroughly to blend.
07 - Drizzle spicy chili garlic topping over each deviled egg half. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro or scallions. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The perfect balance of creamy and crunchy textures
  • Bold flavor that transforms an ordinary appetizer into something extraordinary
  • Easy to prepare but impressive enough for special occasions
  • Customizable heat level to suit your preferences
  • Make-ahead friendly for stress-free entertaining
02 -
  • For perfectly centered yolks, store eggs on their side in the carton the night before cooking
  • Make the filling extra smooth by passing the yolk mixture through a fine-mesh sieve
  • Prepare the eggs and filling a day ahead, but add the topping just before serving for optimal texture and flavor
  • For a richer flavor, try using Japanese Kewpie mayonnaise in the filling
  • If you don't have chili crisp or chili garlic oil, make a quick version by heating neutral oil with red pepper flakes, minced garlic, and a dash of sesame oil
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