Spanish Deviled Eggs Recipe

⏱️ 30 min 👥 4 servings 📊 Medium
Spain lunch dishes
Spanish Deviled Eggs Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
193
Calories
15g
Protein
1g
Carbs
14g
Fat

It is said that the egg is one of the most loyal ingredients in the kitchen since it can produce hundreds of different and delicious recipes. One of these popular egg recipes is the Huevos Rellenos, also known as Spanish deviled eggs. A part of the popularity of these Spanish eggs is since they are cheap to make, and it takes less than an hour to get them done.

📝 Ingredients

  • 8 eggs
  • 1 can (150g) tuna in olive oil
  • 10 olives (pitted)
  • 5 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1First, cook the eggs in water that is...: First, cook the eggs in water that is already boiling, for about 10 minutes. Then take them to a bowl with cold water so they cool quickly and it is easier to remove the shell.
  2. 2Cut them into halves, carefully remove the yolk,...: Cut them into halves, carefully remove the yolk, and put it aside in a separate bowl.
  3. 3Open the can of tuna and drain to...: Open the can of tuna and drain to remove the excess liquid. Grab a large bowl to prepare the filling and put the tuna there.
  4. 4Chop the olives very finely (it is better...: Chop the olives very finely (it is better if you use the ones without the pit). You can chop it into irregular sizes as it doesn't matter.
  5. 5Cut the egg yolks so it is easier...: Cut the egg yolks so it is easier to join everything and put them in the filling bowl. Add the mayonnaise, salt, paprika, and pepper. Start mashing everything with a fork. Once you have a smooth and homogeneous mixture, the filling is ready.
  6. 6It is time to fill the whites. You...: It is time to fill the whites. You can use a tablespoon and use the same measure for all eggs (1 to two tablespoons), or use a piping bag to make them look better aesthetically.
  7. 7As an optional step, you can sprinkle a...: As an optional step, you can sprinkle a little paprika or chopped chives on top to decorate. Put them in the fridge for 30 minutes before eating (you can avoid this step and eat them at room temperature).

About the Chef & Original Recipe

This recipe was published by Paulina on visitsouthernspain.com. Visit the original source for step-by-step photos, chef notes and additional details.