Southern Deviled Eggs with Relish

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Southern Deviled Eggs with Relish puts a twist on an Easter favorite, bringing a creamy, tangy classic to your buffet table. This 15-minute deviled egg recipe is sure to delight everyone who tries it at family gatherings and holiday parties.

Platter of southern deviled eggs with relish, garnished with parsley.

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Why this Deviled Eggs with Relish Recipe is a Keeper

Deviled eggs are a staple for any holiday gathering, and these eggs are a wonderful way to add an interesting twist on an old favorite. This recipe uses relish as its secret ingredient and is super easy to make. Here are just a few reasons why you’ll want to try this deviled egg recipe:

  • 15 Minute Appetizer: Make this recipe for Southern deviled eggs with relish in just 15 minutes.
  • Easy Ingredients: All of the ingredients for these classic deviled eggs can likely be found in your kitchen or local grocery store.
  • Party Pleaser: Your party guests will enjoy these deviled eggs with relish… with relish!

If you’re looking for more easy recipes like this Southern deviled eggs recipe, try these: Gourmet Deviled Eggs, Shrimp Deviled Eggs, and Best Deviled Eggs Without Mustard.

What is the Best Way to Hard Boil an Egg?

A plate of appetizer garnished with parsley.

Hard boiled eggs are simple to make, and don’t take much time at all. To boil the perfect eggs every time, make sure to add just enough water in the pot to cover them. The longer you cook the eggs, the more solid the yolk will be, so boil them according to your preferences. Take the hard-boiled eggs out of the water immediately after they’re done boiling and run them under cold water or transfer to an ice bath. Peel eggs and let the eggs sit until you’re ready to cook.

Ingredient Notes for this Classic Recipe for Deviled Eggs with Relish

  • Large Eggs: Hard boil and peel the eggs before making this traditional deviled egg recipe.
  • Relish: Making deviled eggs with relish adds a delicious tang to a classic recipe. Use dill pickle relish to make the deviled egg filling mixture or use your favorite brand of relish in this recipe.
  • Sour Cream: Sour cream will give the deviled egg mixture a thick, creamy texture.

See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.

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Variations and Substitutions for Southern Deviled Eggs Recipe

  • Greek Yogurt: Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a somewhat healthier option.
  • Miracle Whip: Use miracle whip instead of mayo to make the yolk mixture.
  • Yellow Mustard: If you don’t have Dijon mustard, yellow mustard will work.
  • Spices: Mix up the spices in this deviled egg recipe with paprika, chili powder, salt and pepper, or garlic powder. For more flavor ideas, you can even add a dash of hot sauce to make spicy deviled eggs.
  • Relish: Use different relish flavors, like sweet relish or spicy relish.

Special Equipment Needed for this Appetizer Egg Recipe

  • Piping Bag: Use a piping bag to easily fill the egg white halves.
  • Food Processor: Add the filling ingredients to a food processor, like mayonnaise and mustard, to make sweet and tangy deviled eggs with a smooth texture.

Pro Tip

To make deviled eggs ahead of time, prep your eggs and make the filling up two days in advance. Store them separately.

How to Make Deviled Eggs with Relish

Deviled eggs are the perfect appetizer for your next holiday gathering. Just hard boil eggs and blend the hard boiled egg yolks with sweet pickle relish, your favorite brand of mayo, and other easy ingredients. Read on to learn how to make this easy Sothern deviled eggs recipe.

These are the basic steps for making relish deviled eggs. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.

Step-by-step preparation of fancy deviled eggs mixture in a bowl, with ingredients being mixed and transferred into a piping bag.

1. Cut the Eggs and Remove the Yolks from the Egg Whites

Slice eggs in half lengthwise. Then, remove yolks and transfer to the bowl of a food processor.

2. Make Filling and Blend

Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, cayenne, and All-Purpose Seasoning Blend in a bowl with the mashed egg. Then blend the filling mixture until creamy and smooth. Stir in dill relish.

3. Pipe Filling Mixture into the Eggs

Transfer the egg mixture to a piping bag and pipe the filling into the egg white halves. Then, add a garnish of choice to your eggs if you prefer.

Southern Deviled Eggs FAQs

Cover the prepared deviled eggs in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve. Deviled eggs can be made ahead of time, up to 24 hours in advance.

Put the smooth ingredients, like mayo and egg yolks, in the food processor, and then stir in textured ingredients, like relish, afterwards for relish deviled egg recipe.

Yes. Vinegar in deviled eggs helps balance the ingredients and tenderizes the egg whites, and also helps keep them fresher for longer by acting as a preservative. You can use white vinegar or apple cider vinegar if you prefer.

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Expert Tips to Make this Recipe for Southern Deviled Eggs

Mom always made these for every holiday. The creamy filling with mayonnaise makes a perfect holiday treat.

  • Older Eggs: Try using older eggs, as they peel better than fresh eggs for this southern style deviled eggs recipe.
  • Pre Cooked Eggs are a Great Time Saver: Buy pre-cooked eggs from the supermarket or grocery store for super fresh eggs.
  • Alternate Method: Cut the eggs in half through the middle, not longways, and cut a little off the bottom of the egg halves for a cup-shaped egg.
  • Toppers: Get creative with fresh dill weed, parsley, caviar, bacon, or a sprinkle of paprika.
  • No Food Processor: If you don’t have a food processor, just use a fork to mash egg yolks in a medium bowl to make the deviled egg mixture. Place mashed yolks into a pastry bag and pipe.
  • Extra Eggs: It’s always a good idea to have some extra eggs in case the ones you have break while boiling.

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Southern Deviled Eggs with Relish
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Southern Deviled Eggs with Relish

Yield: 24 servings
Prep: 15 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Southern Deviled Eggs with Relish puts a twist on an Easter favorite, bringing a creamy, tangy classic to your buffet table. This 15 minute deviled egg recipe is sure to delight everyone who tries it.
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Ingredients

  • 12 Hard boiled eggs, see note
  • ¼ cup Sour cream
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon All Purpose Seasoning
  • Pickle slices, pimento or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Slice eggs in half lengthwise.
  • Remove yolks and transfer to the bowl of a food processor.
  • Add mayonnaise, sour cream, dijon mustard, cayenne and House Seasoning Blend.
  • Blend until creamy and smooth.
  • Stir in sweet pickle relish.
  • Transfer to a piping bag and fill egg white halves with filling.
  • Top with garnish of choice.

Expert Tips

    • Older Eggs: Try using older eggs, as they peel better than fresh eggs.
    • Shortcut Tip: Buy pre-cooked eggs from the supermarket or grocery store.
    • Alternate Method: Cut the eggs in half through the middle, not longways, and cut a little off the bottom of the egg halves for a cup-shaped egg.
    • Toppers: Get creative with fresh dill, parsley, caviar, bacon, or a sprinkle of paprika.
    • No Food Processor: If you don’t have a food processor, just mash egg yolks in a medium bowl to make the deviled egg mixture. Place mashed yolks into a pastry bag and pipe.
    • Extra Eggs: It’s always a good idea to have some extra eggs in case the ones you have break while boiling.

Estimated Nutritional Information

Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 157mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 161IU | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
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Course: Appetizers and Dips
Cuisine: American

3 thoughts on “Southern Deviled Eggs with Relish”

  1. 5 stars
    This tasted so amazing! Thanks a lot for sharing this super easy to make deviled eggs recipe! Fam really loves it! Will surely have this again! Highly recommended!

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