Southern Style Deviled Eggs with Sweet Relish
These Southern-style deviled eggs are a fast, tasty appetizer or side. A classic creamy filling is spiced with Cajun seasoning and finished with a sprinkle of paprika and scallions for color.
Instructions
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Place the 10 large eggs in a saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for about 12 minutes until fully cooked.
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Drain the hot water and transfer the eggs to an ice‑water bath to stop cooking. Let them cool, then peel the eggs.
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Slice each egg lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks, placing the yolks in a bowl.
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Add 4 Tbsp of the divided mayo, sweet relish, Cajun seasoning, optional garlic powder, white pepper, optional sugar, and a pinch of salt to the yolks. Mash and mix until smooth.
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Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg white halves, filling them evenly.
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Garnish each filled egg with a sprinkle of paprika and a few sliced scallions. Serve chilled.
Video
“SOUTHERN STYLE DEVILED EGGS RECIPE | QUICK & EASY RECIPE TUTORIAL” by ThatGirlCanCook!, watch on YouTube.
About this recipe
The dish features hard‑boiled eggs split and filled with a smooth mayo‑based mixture seasoned with sweet relish, Cajun spice, and a hint of garlic. The optional white pepper and sugar let you adjust the flavor to your liking. Serve the eggs chilled on a platter; they’re perfect for brunch, potlucks, or a quick snack.
Because the recipe yields 20 eggs, it’s ideal for feeding a crowd without much effort. Garnish each egg with a dash of paprika and a few sliced scallions for a pop of color and a subtle onion note.
