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Crispy Deviled Eggs with Bacon and Chives

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A quick and easy appetizer featuring hard-boiled eggs filled with a creamy mayo and Dijon mustard mixture, topped with crispy bacon and fresh chives, then fried to a golden crisp for a delightful texture contrast.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and chopped
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus extra for seasoning
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free almond flour) for dusting
  • Vegetable or canola oil, about 1/2 inch for frying

Instructions

  1. Place 6 large eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by about an inch. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the pan, remove from heat, and let sit for 12 minutes.
  2. Transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water for 5 minutes to cool completely.
  3. Gently tap each egg on the counter to crack the shell. Peel under running water to remove shells easily. Slice eggs in half lengthwise with a sharp knife.
  4. Scoop yolks into a mixing bowl. Add 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mash and mix until smooth and creamy.
  5. Stir in half of the chopped bacon and 1 tablespoon chives.
  6. Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg white halves, mounding slightly on top.
  7. Lightly coat each deviled egg half with flour on all sides. Shake off excess flour.
  8. Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering (about 350°F). Carefully place egg halves yolk-side down into the oil.
  9. Fry for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip gently and fry the white side for another 1–2 minutes.
  10. Remove eggs from oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  11. Sprinkle remaining bacon and chives on top for extra crunch and color.
  12. Serve warm immediately for best texture. If preparing ahead, refrigerate filled eggs and fry just before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs before frying to reduce splattering. Pat eggs dry after flouring to prevent soggy crusts. Maintain medium oil temperature (~350°F) to avoid burning. Flip eggs gently to keep whites intact. Fry in batches if needed to keep oil temperature steady. For dairy-free, substitute mayo with vegan mayo and add coconut yogurt for creaminess. For gluten-free, use almond or chickpea flour instead of all-purpose flour.

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