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November 18, 2022 | Laura
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Everybody loves deviled eggs at Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving! These deviled eggs are so delicious and absolutely adorable! A classic deviled egg filling is put into the hollow egg whites and then using fun and tasty decorations, the egg is turned into a turkey! These are sure to be the hit at your Thanksgiving day dinner!
Deviled Eggs Disguised as a Thanksgiving Turkey
I don't know about your family, but in mine the deviled eggs are always the first thing sought out at Thanksgiving or any family function. The fact that I would never eat more than 2 hard-boiled eggs in a sitting but I consider eating more than 10 deviled eggs in a sitting is beyond me. They are just bite-sized goodness that I can't turn down.
Now I personally think it is very difficult to mess up a deviled egg. Sometimes I just add a little bit of everything from the fridge and sometimes I do bare minimum and every time they are good. Plus, they are so simple to make, and you can make them in advance. The perfect Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving dish.
There's a ton of deviled egg recipes online, but I had to share my fun holiday-themed deviled egg with you. These Thanksgiving deviled eggs take the regular deviled egg one step further by dressing up as a turkey. Not only do these edible decorations make the eggs so cute, they also add delicious flavor. Bacon is always a good addition.
You can also leave off the turkey decorations and then you have the perfect appetizer for Easter dinner as well!
Thanksgiving Deviled Egg Ingredients
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✽ Eggs: Of course, you'll need some eggs to make deviled eggs. I used large eggs for this recipe.
✽ Mayonnaise: Making your own homemade mayonnaise would make these deviled eggs even tastier. If you own Julia Child's Mastering the Art of French Cooking, her mayonnaise recipe made in a blender or food processor on page 88 is really good and really simple to make. However, these eggs are still good with store-bought mayo. Use your favorite brand!
✽ Dijon Mustard: A bit of Dijon mustard goes a long way, and it adds in a bit of sharpness that pairs well with the mayonnaise. In a pinch, you can substitute the Dijon with regular yellow mustard.
✽ White Vinegar: Just a tiny amount of vinegar will add in just the right amount of acidity that will help cut the richness of the egg yolks.
✽ Worcestershire Sauce: My not-so-secret ingredient that I add to just about every savory dish I make. By using half worcestershire and half white vinegar, the egg will have more savory flavor and less in-your-face vinegar flavor. It adds delicious umami to the eggs.
✽ Salt + Pepper: Salt and pepper is a must in these deviled eggs, but it is up to your taste buds on how much to add. Depending on the brand of ingredients you use and size of the eggs, the amount will vary. Add just a small bit of salt, and then taste test. Your taste buds will tell you when it is perfection.
✽ Bacon: Not only is bacon paired with deviled eggs delicious, it also will be the turkey's tail feathers. Make sure you pick up 'thick-cut bacon' to ensure the bacon will stand up for the feathers.
✽ Pickled Jalapenos + Orange Bell Pepper + Jarred Diced Pimiento: These will make up the rest of these cute turkeys! I used pickled jalapenos for the turkey's eyes, but you could also use fresh jalapenos or black olives. The orange bell pepper is cut into small triangles for the beak, and the diced pimientos are used for the turkey's wattle.
✽ Paprika: A little sprinkle of paprika at the end will make these eggs perfect. You can use regular paprika, sweet paprika, or smoked paprika.
How to Make Deviled Egg Turkeys
➊ Boil the Eggs: In large pot or large saucepan, place 6 large eggs in a single layer. Fill with water; an inch of water above the eggs. Place the pot over medium-high heat until it begins to boil. Once boiling, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, remove hard boiled eggs from the hot water with a spoon and place in a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking.
➋ Make the Bacon: Cut 4 thick-cut bacon strips into rectangles that are about 1/2" wide and 2" long. Fry the rectangles of bacon in a non-stick skillet until crispy. Make sure that the bacon isn't folding over on itself while it is cooking- you want the strips to be able to stand straight up! Remove bacon strips from skillet, and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
➌ Make the Filling: Once the eggs are cooled, peel them and discard the shells. Using a sharp knife, slice eggs in half lengthwise. Scoop out the cooked yolks and place in a medium mixing bowl. Add in 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce. Using the back of a fork or spoon, mash yolks and stir all the ingredients together until smooth. Taste test the egg mixture, and add small amounts of salt and black pepper until your liking.
➍ Make Turkey Deviled Eggs: Spoon yolk mixture (or use a piping bag or a plastic bag with a hole in the bottom corner) into each of the hollow egg white halves. Now add 3-4 cooked bacon rectangles to the back of each deviled egg. In the front of the egg, add a small triangle of orange bell pepper for the turkey's beak, two small squares of pickled jalapeno (or you can use fresh jalapeno or black olives) for the turkey's eyes, and a small piece of jarred pimiento for the turkey's wattle.
➎ Lastly, sprinkle on a bit of paprika on the top of the eggs.
Best Deviled Eggs: Questions & History
✽ History of Deviled Eggs
The first deviled eggs are attributed to ancient Rome. They Romans would served boiled eggs seasoned with spices as a starter to their feasts. The wealthy usually served eggs at their parties, so much in fact they even had a saying for it, "ab ova usque ad mala" meaning "from eggs to apples"
The earliest recipe for deviled eggs was written in the 13th century from the Andalusian region of Spain. These egg yolks were mixed with coriander, pepper, onion juice, fermented barley or fish sauce, oil, and salt. The hollowed egg whites were filled with the yolk mixture then the two egg halves were put back together using a stick.
As for the first American deviled egg recipe, it can be traced back to 1877 from a new publication in Montgomery, Alabama. The first mayonnaise deviled egg recipe is from a cookbook named The Boston Cooking School Cook Book by Fannie Farmer in 1896.
✽ Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely! You can double or even triple this easy appetizer recipe with no problems. Just make sure that the pot you boil the eggs in is big enough to hold all the eggs in a single layer.
✽ How do I store leftover deviled eggs?
Store any leftovers in a single layer in an airtight container and keep in the fridge.
✽ How long do deviled eggs last in the fridge?
Any leftover deviled eggs should be eaten with 3-4 days.
✽ Why do you add vinegar and worcestershire sauce to this deviled egg recipe?
I tried multiple different versions of deviled eggs, and I chose the ones that included vinegar every time. The vinegar's acidity helps to balance out the richness egg yolks. It also adds a bit of tang. Since I chose to use Dijon mustard which has less acidity than yellow mustard, I felt like the white vinegar was necessary.
On the other hand, vinegar is very strong tasting. This is why I chose to split the liquids used to half vinegar and half worcestershire. Worcestershire sauce also adds acidity and some umami as well. Both ingredients together make the perfect deviled eggs!
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Thanksgiving Deviled Eggs
By Laura | Laura the Gastronaut
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 12 deviled eggs
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Everybody loves deviled eggs at Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving! These deviled eggs are so delicious and absolutely adorable! A classic deviled egg filling is put into the hollow egg whites and then using fun and tasty decorations, the egg is turned into a turkey! These are sure to be the hit at your Thanksgiving dinner!
*Some of these ingredient links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.*
Ingredients
• 6 eggs
• 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2" wide by 2" long rectangles
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
• Black pepper, to taste
• Salt, to taste
• 1/8th of an orange bell pepper, cut into 12 small triangles
• 12 jarred diced pimientos, cut into small strips, if needed
• 2-3 pickled jalapenos slices, cut into 24 small squares (also can use fresh jalapenos or black olives)
• Paprika, for topping
Instructions
➊ Boil the eggs: In a large pot, place eggs in a single layer. Fill with water, 1 inch above the eggs. Place the pot over medium-high heat until it begins to boil. Once boiling, remove from heat, cover with lid, and let sit for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, remove the eggs with a spoon and place in a bowl of cold water.
➋ Cook the bacon: In a non-stick skillet, cook the rectangles of bacon until crisp. Remove from skillet, and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
➌ Make filling: Once eggs are cooled, peel them and discard the shells. Using a sharp knife, cut each egg in half lengthwise. Scoop the egg yolks into a medium bowl. Add the mayonnaise, Dijon, vinegar, and worcestershire sauce. Using the back of a fork or spoon, mash the egg yolks and continue to mix all ingredients together until smooth. Taste test the filling, and add pepper and salt in small amounts until it is to your liking. Scoop or pipe (using a pastry bag) the egg yolk mixture into each of the hollow egg whites.
➍ Add turkey features: To the back of the deviled egg, add 3-4 pieces of bacon for the tail feathers. To the front of the egg, add a small orange bell pepper triangle for the beak, a small pimiento slice for the wattle, and two small squares of jalapeno for the turkey's eyes. Lastly, sprinkle with a bit of paprika.
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Category: Thanksgiving, Appetizers & Snacks Cuisine: American
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