Description
Deviled Egg Tulips are a whimsical and festive appetizer featuring hard-boiled eggs filled with a creamy, tangy yolk mixture. These eggs are beautifully garnished with colorful diced red and yellow bell peppers to resemble tulip petals and fresh parsley or chives as stems, making them perfect for spring gatherings, brunches, or holiday parties.
Ingredients
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Eggs and Filling
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Garnishes
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh parsley or chives (for garnish)
- 1-2 tbsp finely diced red bell pepper (for tulip petals)
- 1-2 tbsp finely diced yellow bell pepper (for tulip petals)
Instructions
- Hard boil the eggs: Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the eggs simmer gently for 10 to 12 minutes to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Cool and peel the eggs: Remove the eggs from the hot water and allow them to cool completely. Once cooled, carefully peel off the shells and slice each egg in half lengthwise.
- Prepare the yolk filling: Remove the yolks from the egg halves and place them in a bowl. Mash the yolks thoroughly and mix with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Fill the egg whites: Using a spoon or a piping bag, carefully pipe or spoon the yolk mixture back into the hollowed egg whites, shaping it into a rounded, tulip-like form to mimic the flower bloom.
- Create tulip petals: Arrange the finely diced red and yellow bell peppers around the base of the yolk filling to form vibrant tulip petals, alternating colors for a colorful effect.
- Garnish with stems: Place a small sprig of fresh parsley or chives on top of each filled egg to act as the tulip stem, adding a fresh and decorative touch.
- Serve or refrigerate: These deviled egg tulips can be served immediately or refrigerated until ready to serve, allowing flavors to meld and keeping them fresh.
Notes
- The paprika garnish is optional but adds a nice color contrast and subtle smoky flavor.
- Use fresh herbs like parsley or chives for the best visual appeal and freshness.
- To make piping easier, chill the yolk mixture before filling the eggs.
- For a spicier version, add a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the yolk mixture.
- These are best served within a day for optimal freshness.
