Description
Turkish Deviled Eggs are a delightful twist on the classic appetizer, blending creamy egg yolks with tangy Greek yogurt and zesty lemon juice, finished with a warm drizzle of spiced olive oil infused with paprika and Aleppo pepper for an authentic Turkish flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 6 large eggs
Yolk Filling
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Spiced Oil and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Aleppo pepper or crushed red pepper
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill or parsley
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil, then cover the pan, remove from heat, and let the eggs stand for 10 minutes to cook through gently.
- Cool and Peel: Transfer the eggs immediately to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled completely, peel the eggs carefully to keep the whites intact.
- Prepare the Yolks: Slice each egg in half lengthwise and gently remove the yolks into a bowl. Mash the yolks with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Fill the Egg Whites: Spoon or pipe the creamy yolk mixture back into the hollowed-out egg white halves, filling them evenly.
- Make the Spiced Oil: In a small skillet over low heat, warm the olive oil. Stir in the paprika and Aleppo pepper, heating gently for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Finish and Garnish: Drizzle the warm spiced oil over the filled eggs to add a smoky, spicy flavor. Garnish with finely chopped fresh dill or parsley for a fresh herbal note.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the deviled eggs briefly to allow flavors to meld and to serve them cool.
Notes
- Aleppo pepper provides mild heat and authentic flavor; substitute with crushed red pepper flakes or smoked paprika if unavailable.
- This recipe reflects classic Turkish mezze flavors incorporating yogurt and paprika-infused oil.
