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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers

    Ginger Chili Deviled Eggs

    March 11, 2022 • Updated: March 11, 2022 • by Renée • This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Deviled eggs with various garnishes, displayed on an egg plate, with Pinterest text overlay reading: Ginger Chili Deviled Eggs.

    With just a hint of sweet heat, these delectable Ginger Chili Deviled Eggs are perfect for any gathering. Use our easy garnish ideas to have them party-ready in minutes!

    Close-up of deviled eggs with various garnishes, displayed on an egg plate.
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    • What's the Story Behind this Recipe?
    • What Goes into this Recipe
    • How to Make this Recipe
    • Easy Deviled Egg Garnishes
    • FAQs & Expert Tips
    • Related Recipes
    • Ginger-Chili Deviled Eggs

    What's the Story Behind this Recipe?

    Some years ago, I had the opportunity to meet celebrity chef and mixologist Kathy Casey and check out her micro-focused cookbook, D'lish Deviled Eggs.

    Kathy's book is so much fun! The recipes are unique, creative, and tasty; and by the time you are done leafing through it, not only will you be more excited about deviled eggs than you ever thought you could be, but you will be inspired to come with egg-deviling ideas of your own!

    Today I'm sharing my adaptation of one of my favorite recipes from Kathy's cookbook: Chili Ginger Deviled Eggs. With just a hint of sweet heat, these little beauties are absolutely delicious, and pretty enough to serve at your classiest soirée.

    What Goes into this Recipe

    Large old crockery bowl filled with eggs of various shades.

    Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

    For Basic Deviled Eggs

    • Eggs: If you have the choice between boiling the eggs you bought today and the ones you bought last week, use the older eggs. Older eggs are usually easier to peel.
    • Mayonnaise: You can skip the Miracle Whip and use all mayonnaise for this recipe.
    • Miracle Whip: We prefer the tangy-sweetness that Miracle Whip brings to the plate, so we add it 1:1 with the mayo. It's a personal choice.
      • Substitution: You can change the color of the filling to a wasabi-green by replacing ¼ cup of the mayo or Miracle Whip with smooth mashed avocado.

    For Ginger Chili Deviled Eggs

    • Sambal oelek: Samgo oelek is an Indonesian chile paste made of crushed raw red chiles, vinegar, and salt. It can be found in most grocery stores in the Asian food section, near the Sriracha (rooster sauce). If sambal oelek isn't a staple in your kitchen, you can substitute Sriracha. If you do this, use 1½ teaspoons of Sriracha and ¼ teaspoon of sugar.
    • Ginger: Use fresh ginger if possible. You can substitute ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger in place of the grated ginger.

    How to Make this Recipe

    Hard-Boil the Eggs

    It seems as though there are nearly as many ways to hard-boil eggs as there are cooks to make them. Below is the method we prefer, but you do whatever works best for you. 

    2 dozen eggs of various shades in a large pan of water.

    Start with room temperature eggs. Cold eggs added to boiling water are more likely to crack.

    Fill a pot of water 2 to 3 inches deep and bring it to a boil over high heat.

    Reduce the heat to medium, and use a slotted wooden spoon to gently lower the eggs into the boiling water. Don't crowd the eggs: they should be in a single layer in the pan.

    Simmer the eggs on medium-low to low, uncovered, for 12 minutes.

    While the eggs are simmering prepare an ice bath. Fill a bowl large enough to hold all the eggs with room to spare halfway with ice. Add enough water so that it is level with the ice.

    After 12 minutes, use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs from the hot water and immediately transfer them into the ice bath to cool. Let the eggs set in the ice bath for 15 minutes before peeling.

    Peel the eggs under cold water; or refrigerate them if you don’t want to peel them right away.

    According to the USDA, hard boiled eggs will last a week in the refrigerator, peeled or unpeeled.

    Boiled eggs in ice water bath

    Basic Deviled Egg Prep

    Peel and rinse the hard boiled eggs. Slice them lengthwise and remove the yolks to a medium-size bowl. Set the egg white halves aside. 

    Make the Filling

    Smash the yolks with a fork. You can also run them through a potato ricer, or use a hand mixer for the whole process. Add the remaining ingredients to the smashed yolks and mix well to combine. The mixture should be quite smooth.

    Refrigerate the filling until you are ready to fill the egg white halves.

    Six piping bags filled with deviled egg filling.

    Fill the Egg White Halves

    You can use a spoon to fill the eggs; however, if you have a lot of eggs to fill (or you want them to look especially nice) we recommend using a disposable pastry bag.

    The bags allow you to prepare everything ahead of time and pipe the filling in right before serving. If you want your deviled eggs to be uber-fancy, add a decorative pastry tip to the pastry bag before filling them. 

    Garnish the deviled eggs as desired and serve immediately. Refrigerate any leftovers. 

    Easy Deviled Egg Garnishes

    You can serve deviled eggs as is, or with the traditional sprinkle of paprika. However, if you take just a minute more to add a simple garnish, your party-eggs will sparkle.

    Here's a short list of easy deviled egg garnish ideas, but once you get going, you'll likely think of more!

    • Avocado cubes or slices
    • Bacon bits
    • Black sesame seeds
    • Capers
    • Celery leaves
    • Cucumber fans
    • Cilantro flowers: These are my all-time favorite deviled egg garnish! Sometimes my cilantro gets a little out of hand, and deviled eggs are a perfect way to use those dainty little cilantro flowers.
    • Borage flowers (or starflowers): This European herb has lovely little star-shaped flowers that come in colors ranging from delicate periwinkle to royal purple, and has a flavor reminiscent of cucumber.
    • Dill fronds: The delicate, lacy fronds from the dill plant are perfect for deviled eggs.
    • Pickled Mustard Seeds (Poor Man's Caviar)
    • Radish slices
    • Sliced green onions
    • Sliced olives
    • Sliced jalapeños
    Overhead view of 12 deviled eggs with different types of garnishes, displayed on an egg plate.

    FAQs & Expert Tips

    How to Dye Hard-boiled Eggs with Beet Juice

    You may have noticed those beautiful, bright fuchsia colored deviled eggs on the plate. They get their color naturally - from beet juice.

    Dying hard-boiled eggs with beet juice is a simple process.

    First, peel an egg you want to dye under running water, and then immerse the whole egg in beet juice for about an hour. After an hour, remove the egg from the beet juice and rinse in cold water.

    Don’t soak your eggs for longer than an hour, especially if you use pickled beet juice. The vinegar in the pickling juice can change the egg’s texture, making it less tender and more bouncy.

    Where to buy beet juice: You can buy beet juice at almost any grocery store, or you can use the beet juice from a can of pickled beets.

    FYI: You can change the color of the filling to a wasabi-green by replacing ¼ cup of the mayo or Miracle Whip with thoroughly mashed avocado.

    Why are they called deviled eggs?

    "Deviled" is a culinary term that dates back to the 18th-century, when it was used to describe any dish that was highly seasoned with hot spices and condiments. Over time, the term became associated with specific dishes; including the devilishly delicious stuffed eggs we know today as deviled eggs (also referred to as salad eggs, dressed eggs, and eggs mimosa).

    How do you peel an egg cleanly?

    If possible, start with eggs that are about a week old. Generally, the older the egg, the easier it will be to peel.
    Using an ice bath immediately after the boiling process will promote rapid cooling, which in turn causes the egg white to contract, releasing it from the egg's membrane. The shock of cold water also firms the egg white proteins. This all makes the egg easier to peel.
    For easier peeling, peel hard-boiled eggs under cold, running water.

    Side view close-up of deviled eggs with various garnishes, displayed on an egg plate.

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    Close-up of deviled eggs with various garnishes, displayed on an egg plate.
    5 from 3 votes

    Ginger-Chili Deviled Eggs

    With just a hint of sweet heat, these delectable Ginger Chili Deviled Eggs are perfect for any gathering. Use our easy garnish ideas to have them party-ready in minutes!
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
    Prep Time:30 minutes
    Total Time:30 minutes
    Servings: 24 Deviled Eggs
    Calories: 47kcal
    Author: Renee

    Equipment

    • 1 saucepan or stockpot large enough for eggs to lay in a single layer without crowding
    • 1 slotted spoon

    Ingredients

    • 12 large eggs
    • ¼ cup mayonnaise
    • ¼ cup Miracle Whip
    • 2 teaspoon sambal oelek*
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    Instructions

    Hard-Boil the Eggs

    • Start with room temperature eggs. Cold eggs added to boiling water are more likely to crack.
       Fill a pot of water 2 to 3 inches deep and bring it to a boil over high heat.
    • Reduce the heat to medium, and use a slotted wooden spoon to gently lower the eggs into the boiling water.
       Simmer the eggs on medium-low to low, uncovered, for 12 minutes.
    • While the eggs are simmering prepare an ice bath:
      Fill a bowl large enough to hold all the eggs with room to spare halfway with ice. Add enough water so that it is level with the ice.
       After 12 minutes, use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs from the hot water and immediately transfer them into the ice bath to cool.
      Let the eggs set in the ice bath for 15 minutes before peeling or refrigerating.

    Basic Deviled Egg Prep

    • Peel the eggs under cold running water.
      Slice the peeled eggs lengthwise and put the yolks into a medium-size bowl. Set the egg white halves aside. 
    • Smash the yolks with a fork. You can also run them through a potato ricer, or use a small mixer for the whole process.
    • Add the remaining ingredients to the smashed yolks and mix well to combine. The mixture should be quite smooth.
      Refrigerate filling until you are ready to fill the egg white halves.
    • Pipe or spoon filling into egg white halves.
      Garnish the deviled eggs as desired and serve immediately. Refrigerate any leftovers. 

    Notes

    You can use a spoon to fill the eggs; however, if you have a lot of eggs to fill (or you want them to look especially nice) we recommend using a disposable pastry bag.
    The bags allow you to prepare everything ahead of time and pipe the filling in right before serving. If you want your deviled eggs to be uber-fancy, add a decorative pastry tip to the pastry bag before filling them. 

    If Sambal Oelek isn't a staple in your kitchen, you can substitute sriracha (rooster sauce). If you do this, use 1 ½ teaspoon of sriracha and a pinch of sugar.

    According to the USDA, hard boiled eggs will last a week in the refrigerator, peeled or unpeeled.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1egg | Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 94mg | Potassium: 32mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg
    This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. You are solely responsible for ensuring that any nutritional information provided is accurate, complete, and useful.
    Have you tried this recipe?Mention @TheGoodHeartedWoman or tag #thegoodheartedwoman!

    Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, including Amazon affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something that we have recommended. Please check out our disclosure policy for more details.

    Originally published July 20, 2014.

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    About Renée

    Renée is writer, music maker, artist, and storyteller. In her spare time, you can find her writing love songs about cowboys, exploring the moss-covered nooks and crannies of the Pacific Northwest, and making music with her talented singer-husband.

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    Comments

    1. Emily says

      April 06, 2022 at 1:40 pm

      5 stars
      These look so tasty! I love deviled eggs and look forward to trying the ginger chile heat!

      Reply
    2. Tayler Ross says

      April 06, 2022 at 1:18 pm

      5 stars
      We made these deviled eggs over the weekend and they were amazing! Can't wait to make them again with our leftover Easter eggs!

      Reply
    3. Dionne says

      April 06, 2022 at 12:02 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow - these look too good to skip them. Definitely need to give this eggs recipe a try!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        April 06, 2022 at 12:16 pm

        They are a tasty change from the same old thing!

        Reply
    4. Barbara @ Spirited Cook says

      April 09, 2015 at 6:31 pm

      These are really beautiful to look at! So fancy! I love deviled eggs and I am majorly regretting selling my 1950's deviled egg plate in my garage sale a few years ago!

      Reply
      • Renée ♥ says

        April 09, 2015 at 6:36 pm

        I painted the deviled egg plate in the pictures because I loved them so much and I wanted something special to serve them on. I would love to find a nice vintage plate too.

        Reply
    5. fabiola@notjustbaked says

      April 09, 2015 at 9:04 am

      Renee, these sound so good! I love the addition of ginger, and so pretty!

      Reply
    6. Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says

      April 09, 2015 at 6:23 am

      I used to let my cilantro bolt just so I could get the flowers and use them in dishes! They have a different taste than the leaves, eh?

      Reply
    7. Ashley says

      July 20, 2014 at 5:02 pm

      Oh my gosh these sound really good! And they look pretty too.

      Reply

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