Mexican Slowboats Deviled Eggs
Set sail on a flavor-packed journey with these zesty Mexican Slowboats Deviled Eggs! This vibrant twist on the classic appetizer combines creamy avocado with lime, jalapeño, and cilantro for a bold, Mexican-inspired filling. Seasoned with smoked paprika and cumin, these deviled eggs deliver a smoky heat balanced by the sharp, salty crumble of cotija cheese. Perfect for parties or festive gatherings, they’re easy to make in just 25 minutes, including prep and cook time. Garnish with a drizzle of hot sauce for an extra kick, and watch them disappear from the serving platter in no time. These deviled eggs are a must-try for anyone craving a unique, south-of-the-border spin on a classic favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 small, ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 small, finely diced jalapeño
- 2 tablespoons, chopped cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, crumbled cotija cheese
- optional, for garnish hot sauce
Instructions
Place the eggs in a large saucepan and cover them with cold water. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
Once the water begins to boil, remove the saucepan from the heat, cover it, and let the eggs sit for 10 minutes.
Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and let them cool for 5 minutes. Once cooled, gently peel the shells off the eggs.
Slice each egg lengthwise and carefully scoop out the yolks into a mixing bowl. Place the hollowed egg whites onto a serving platter.
Mash the yolks with a fork until they form fine crumbs. Add the avocado, mayonnaise, lime juice, diced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Taste the filling and adjust seasoning as needed. If you want more heat, you can add a touch of hot sauce or extra jalapeño.
Spoon or pipe the filling into the hollowed egg whites, mounding it slightly above the surface of the egg.
Sprinkle the tops of the deviled eggs with crumbled cotija cheese and, if desired, drizzle with a little hot sauce for extra spice.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving. Enjoy your Mexican Slowboats Deviled Eggs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
973 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.2 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.4 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1174 mg | 391% | |
| Sodium | 1654 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 46.9 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 428 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1122 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
