Description
A legendary Southern appetizer inspired by Chef Art Smith, featuring an ultra-creamy yolk mousse and crispy ham topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Duke’s mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Smoked paprika for garnish
- 2 tablespoons crispy fried ham or bacon bits
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- Boil eggs for 12 minutes, then shock in an ice bath.
- Peel eggs and slice in half lengthwise.
- Pass yolks through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl.
- Mix yolks with mayo, mustard, relish, and hot sauce until smooth.
- Pipe the filling back into the egg whites.
- Garnish with paprika, crispy ham, and chives.
Notes
High in protein, gluten-free, and a crowd-pleasing classic for any social occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 95 kcal per half