Tajín Deviled Eggs Zesty Upgrade (Print View)
Zesty egg halves filled with tangy Tajín, lime, and fresh herbs for a lively, vegetarian-friendly appetizer.
# Components:
→ Eggs
01 - 6 large eggs
→ Filling
02 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
03 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
04 - 1 teaspoon Tajín Clásico seasoning, plus more for garnish
05 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
06 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
07 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
10 - Extra Tajín Clásico seasoning
11 - Fresh cilantro leaves
12 - Thin lime wedges (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Arrange eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Heat over medium-high until boiling, then cover, remove from heat, and let eggs stand for 10 minutes.
02 - Drain eggs and cool under cold running water. Peel carefully once cooled.
03 - Slice eggs lengthwise and remove yolks. Set egg whites aside on a serving platter.
04 - Mash yolks in a mixing bowl with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Tajín seasoning, lime juice, cilantro, and red onion until a smooth mixture forms. Season with salt and black pepper.
05 - Spoon or pipe the filling evenly into the egg white halves.
06 - Dust with extra Tajín and garnish each half with cilantro leaves and lime wedges if using.
07 - Refrigerate until chilled and serve cold.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Bright citrusy flavor from Tajín seasoning keeps every bite interesting
- Quick to make with easy cleanup
- Crowd pleaser at any gathering
- Vegetarian and naturally gluten free
02 -
- High protein yet low in carbs
- Tastes best served cold and freshly made
- Versatile for brunch picnics and celebrations
03 -
- Use a star piping tip for picture perfect presentation
- Rinse your knife between each slice for clean edges on your egg whites
- Be generous with the Tajín garnish it brings the wow factor and flavor