Delicious Curried Deviled Eggs With Bacon Recipe
Elevate your deviled egg game with this unique and flavourful Curried Deviled Eggs with Bacon recipe. Combining the savoury richness of bacon with the aromatic warmth of curry and the tangy zip of Dijon mustard, these deviled eggs will tantalize your taste buds.
This easy-to-follow recipe yields creamy, delightful, deviled eggs that will make you the star of any party.
I first tried deviled eggs at a family Christmas lunch as a child. And I fell in love with them.
As my family grew and we got together with the rest of the family or friends, I made deviled eggs for appetizers or as a finger food option.
But I wanted to do something different than the classic curried deviled eggs, adding Dijon mustard and crispy bacon into the mix, and the taste is phenomenal. Even my husband, who is not a fan of deviled eggs, loves them.
How do you make Curried Deviled Eggs with Bacon?
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Place the eggs in a single layer in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a low heat and cook for 4 to 5 minutes. You want hard-boiled eggs.
Note: cook time depends on the size of your eggs.
While the eggs are cooking, cook the strips of bacon until crispy, then set aside to cool completely. Finely chop up the bacon, then put around 1 teaspoon of chopped bacon aside for garnishing.
Once the eggs are ready, drain them and add them to an ice-water bath immediately, allow them to sit for 5 minutes, and then peel.
Pro Tip: the ice water bath stops the eggs from cooking further and makes peeling easier.
Peel the eggs and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks and place them in a medium bowl.
Mash the egg yolks, then add the mayonnaise, djion mustard, curry powder, salt, pepper, and crumbled bacon. Mix everything together, and add more salt and pepper if needed.
Spoon the filling into the egg white halves. Garnish with chopped bacon and chopped chives (optional) and serve.
How to serve, and what to pair this recipe with.
Here are some serving options for your Curried Deviled Eggs with Bacon:
- As an appetizer: Serve the deviled eggs on a platter or tray with other appetizers, such as pigs in a blanket, shrimp cocktail, or mini quiches.
- As a side dish: Serve the deviled eggs alongside a main dish, such as grilled chicken, roasted salmon, or steak.
- As a snack: Serve the deviled eggs as a snack or light meal.
Here are some specific ideas for how to present your curried bacon deviled eggs:
- On a bed of greens: Arrange the deviled eggs on a bed of lettuce or spinach leaves. Garnish with additional herbs, such as parsley, chives, or cilantro. Or add some cherry tomatoes or carrot sticks for some extra colour to the greens.
- On a platter with crackers or bread: Serve the deviled eggs on a platter with crackers or bread for dipping.
- In a deviled egg tray: If you have a deviled egg tray, use it to display your deviled eggs in a festive way.
You can also serve them with salads and Coleslaw, such as:
- A garden salad: A mixture of lettuce, cucumber, grated carrot, tomato and French dressing.
- Coleslaw: We have a Creamy Mayo-Free Homemade Coleslaw that pairs well with these eggs.
- Fruit salad: The fruit’s sweetness will help balance out the savoury flavours of the deviled eggs.
You can also get creative with your garnishes. Here are a few ideas to try other than chives and bacon:
- Chopped parsley
- Chopped cilantro
- Sriracha sauce
- BBQ sauce
- Ranch dressing
- Smoked paprika
- Everything bagel seasoning
Alternative ingredients or substitutions.
Here are some alternative ingredients and substitutions that you can use in the curried deviled eggs with bacon recipe:
- Instead of Dijon mustard, You can use yellow, brown, or stone-ground mustard. You can also use a different type of mustard, such as whole grain or honey.
- Instead of bacon, You can use ham, prosciutto, or sausage. You can also use vegetarian or vegan bacon substitutes.
- Instead of curry powder, You can use garam masala, Madras curry powder, or Thai curry powder. You can also use a specific type of curry powder, such as yellow curry powder, red curry powder, or green curry powder.
- Instead of mayonnaise, You can use Greek yogurt, sour cream, or avocado. You can also use a vegan mayonnaise substitute.
- Instead of black pepper, You can use white pepper, cayenne pepper, or paprika. You can also use a different type of pepper, such as Aleppo pepper or Sichuan peppercorns.
You can also experiment with different herbs and spices in the deviled egg filling. For example, add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or chilli powder. You could also add fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or cilantro.
Frequently Asked Questions for Curried Deviled Eggs
Curried Deviled Eggs With Bacon Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 large Eggs
- 3 slices Bacon
- ¼ cup Mayonnaise
- ½ tsp Curry Powder
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Chopped bacon and chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the eggs in a single layer in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a low heat and cook for 4 to 5 minutes.
- While the eggs are cooking, cook the strips of bacon until crispy, then set aside to cool completely. Finely chop up the bacon, then put around 1 teaspoon of chopped bacon aside for garnishing.
- Once the eggs are ready, drain them and add them to an ice-water bath immediately, allow them to sit for 5 minutes, and then peel.
- Peel the eggs and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks and place them in a medium bowl.
- Mash the egg yolks, then add the mayonnaise, djion mustard, curry powder, salt, pepper, and crumbled bacon. Mix everything together, and add more salt and pepper if needed.
- Spoon the filling into the egg white halves. Garnish with chopped bacon and chopped chives (optional) and serve.
