Elote Deviled Eggs: 12 Fiesta Delights Recipe
Elote Deviled Eggs combine the creamy richness of classic deviled eggs with the zesty flavors of Mexican street corn, featuring smoky chipotle mayo, tangy cotija cheese, and a hint of lime and chili for a festive appetizer perfect for any celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 12 deviled eggs (24 halves) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 12 large eggs
Deviled Egg Filling
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Toppings
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
- 1 tablespoon finely diced jalapeño (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chipotle mayo (mayonnaise mixed with chipotle peppers in adobo sauce)
- Paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process, then peel the eggs carefully and slice each in half lengthwise.
- Prepare egg whites: Scoop out the yolks from the eggs and place them in a medium bowl. Arrange the hollowed egg white halves neatly on a serving platter to prepare for filling.
- Make yolk filling: Mash the yolks with a fork until smooth and creamy. Add mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Season the filling: Taste the yolk mixture and season with salt and black pepper according to your preference, ensuring a balanced flavor.
- Fill the egg whites: Spoon or pipe the prepared yolk filling evenly into the hollow egg white halves, making sure each is generously filled.
- Add toppings: In a small bowl, combine crumbled cotija cheese, finely diced red onion, and jalapeño if using. Sprinkle this flavorful topping over each filled deviled egg to add texture and zest.
- Drizzle chipotle mayo: Lightly drizzle chipotle mayo over each deviled egg to introduce smoky heat and creamy richness.
- Garnish and serve: Finish with a light sprinkle of paprika for color and a hint of smoky spice. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of diced jalapeño or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the yolk filling.
- You can prepare the eggs a day in advance and keep them peeled in the refrigerator to save time.
- Chipotle mayo can be made by blending mayonnaise with finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce according to taste.
- Serve chilled for best flavor and texture.
- Use fresh cilantro and lime juice for optimal freshness.
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