Spicy Deviled Eggs With Kimchi (Easy, Healthy, Keto, Paleo, Whole30)

A creamy, tangy twist on a traditional appetizer. These spicy deviled eggs are a healthy version of a classic. Made with kimchi and paleo mayonnaise, this deviled egg recipe is both easy and healthy. Plus, you can whip these up to be as fiery as you wish!

This deviled egg recipe is loaded with gut-boosting elements, flavor, and fire. The kimchi gives the eggs a unique twist while also adding new flavors to a classic recipe.

You’ll fall in love with this appetizer because:

• It’s simple to make
• The eggs can be as spicy as you like
• Kimchi is great for your gut
• No hidden seed oils in the mayo
• Everyone loves a twist on a classic

 

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Are Deviled Eggs Healthy?

These ones are!

Though traditional recipes use regular mayonnaise which contains seed oils like canola or sunflower  (learn about the detrimental effects of seed oils), this recipe uses paleo mayonnaise instead (also whole30 approved).

Paleo mayo uses avocado oil in place of canola oil as a healthier alternative.

Likewise, eggs themselves make a healthy snack because of their high protein content. Not only does protein help boost the immune system but it keeps you full (so you’re not snacking mindlessly) as well.

Lastly, this recipe differs as well because it contains a secret ingredient: kimchi!

Kimchi is a Korean dish made of fermented vegetables (normally a mix of cabbage, carrots, and radish).

Fermented foods are wonderful for gut health and thus the immune system. Plus, it adds a kick of flavor to the eggs.

Thus, these easy deviled eggs recipe makes a tasty, healthy snack!

 

 

Making Them Without Mayo

If you want to cut the oil out completely, you can also use Greek Yogurt.

However, this will adjust the texture of the filling, making it slightly thicker. The kind of yogurt you purchase will vary too as some are thicker than others.

Make sure to use a Greek Yogurt (plain tends to be too watery) and grab a plain one, not flavored.

 

Spices

This recipe uses the spices from the kimchi to give it its tangy flavor. Thus, the kind of kimchi you purchase will affect the taste.

This is the kimchi that was used and can be found in most Canadian grocery stores. However, there are many other varieties.

The spicier the kimchi the spicier the eggs!

The recipe also uses the traditional spices for deviled eggs which are:

• Sea salt
• Garlic powder
• Cayenne
• Paprika

These spices give it the smoky, spicy flavor you enjoy.

 

Easy To Make

Making these healthy deviled eggs is simple! All you need to do is:

Boil: boil the eggs, cool them, and peel them

Scoop: carefully slice the eggs and scoop the yellows out of the inside and into a bowl

Mix: mix together all of the filling ingredients until mostly smooth

Portion: place the filling back into the egg halves to finish off

Of course, you can garnish the eggs further by tapping them with extra kimchi or sprinkled paprika but it’s not necessary!

Making Them Ahead Of Time

Deviled eggs are best when they’ve had a chance to sit in the fridge for an hour or two before serving. This allows the flavors to infuse and the texture of the filling to settle.

So, making them ahead of time is definitely possible and a great plan.

Make these spicy deviled eggs up to twenty-four hours ahead of when you’d like to serve them (either as a snack or an appetizer)

 

Storing The Eggs

The eggs need to be stored in the fridge until served. Ideally, you want to use a container-specific to deviled eggs when you store them.

This prevents the eggs from sliding all over the place and creating a ginormous mess.

In the fridge the eggs will last 2-3 days once made, so long as they’re not in and out of the fridge a bunch of times.

 

FAQ’s & Tips For Making The Recipe

• Make sure to chop the kimchi finely so that it blends into the filling well.
• Because of the kimchi in the recipe, you cannot pipe the filling onto these eggs.
• Use your best judgment on the amount of cayenne pepper to use. Taste test a bit before adding the filling into the boiled eggs
• The kind and brand of kimchi you purchase will affect the flavor of the eggs.
• You can use Greek Yogurt in place of the paleo mayonnaise, but it will make the filling thicker. Likewise, you’ll want to add a bit more of the spices.

Ingredients

• 6 hardboiled eggs
• ¼ cup paleo mayonnaise
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp sea salt
• ½ tsp paprika powder
• 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/8 cup kimchi, finely chopped

 

If you haven’t already, boil the eggs and place them in the fridge to cool for a few hours.

Peel the eggs, making sure to get all the shells off the side. Slice the eggs lengthwise and scoop the yellow insides into a bowl.

Place the remaining ingredients into the filling and mash them together with a fork. Then stir until combined and somewhat smooth.

Using a spoon, portion the filling back into the halved eggs. Sprinkle with paprika or top with extra kimchi to finish them off.

Store in the fridge until ready to serve.

 

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These healthy deviled eggs make the perfect party appetizer. They’re simple to make and contain gut-boosting ingredients as a healthy twist.

Plus, they take a classic recipe and give it a fiery twist that guests will be sure to love!