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Crispy Deviled Eggs with Bacon and Fresh Chives

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A delicious twist on classic deviled eggs featuring a crispy fried coating, smoky bacon, and fresh chives for a perfect appetizer that’s both familiar and exciting.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (120 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (15 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (5 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (60 g)
  • Vegetable oil for frying (canola or grapeseed oil recommended)
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place 12 large eggs in a single layer in a large pot. Cover with cold water about an inch above the eggs. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, then cover the pot and remove from heat. Let sit for 12 minutes.
  2. Transfer eggs immediately to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Let cool at least 10 minutes.
  3. While eggs cool, fry 6 slices of thick-cut bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then chop finely. Set aside.
  4. Gently tap eggs on the counter to crack shells and peel under running water. Pat dry with paper towels.
  5. Slice eggs in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop yolks into a medium bowl and mash with a fork until smooth.
  6. Add ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir until creamy and well combined. Fold in half of the chopped bacon and 1 tablespoon fresh chives.
  7. Fill egg whites with yolk mixture using a spoon or piping bag, forming a generous mound.
  8. Lightly dredge each stuffed egg in all-purpose flour, shaking off excess flour.
  9. Heat about ½ inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat (around 350°F / 175°C). Fry stuffed eggs in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy, flipping gently with a slotted spoon.
  10. Transfer fried eggs to a cooling rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with remaining bacon, fresh chives, and smoked paprika if desired.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature around 350°F (175°C) to avoid greasy or burnt coating. Fry in small batches to keep oil temperature steady. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or cornstarch. Air fryer option: spray coated eggs with oil and air fry at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. Reheat leftovers gently in a 300°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore crispiness.

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