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Elote Deviled Eggs


  • Author: katie-editor
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious deviled eggs with the creamy, savory flavors of Mexican street corn, topped with cotija cheese and chipotle mayo.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
  • 1 tablespoon finely diced jalapeño (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle mayo
  • Paprika for garnish


Instructions

  1. Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Peel eggs and slice in half lengthwise.
  2. Scoop out the yolks and place them in a medium bowl. Arrange egg whites on a serving platter.
  3. Mash the yolks with a fork until smooth. Add mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined and creamy.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture into the egg white halves.
  6. In a small bowl, combine cotija cheese, red onion, and jalapeño (if using). Sprinkle this mixture over the deviled eggs.
  7. Drizzle a small amount of chipotle mayo over each egg.
  8. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika.

Notes

Assemble just before serving for freshness. Can be made a day in advance; add toppings before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 eggs
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 280mg