Instant Pot Deviled Eggs The Soul Food Way
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Using an Instant Pot for deviled eggs revolutionizes the traditional cooking method. The precision and speed with which the Instant Pot cooks hard-boiled eggs are unmatched. It eliminates the guesswork and consistently delivers perfectly cooked eggs, making it a foolproof approach for novice cooks and seasoned chefs.
This convenience is a game-changer for preparing easy appetizer ideas, especially for those hectic holiday gatherings, allowing you to save time and be more productive in the kitchen.
Can you make deviled eggs in the Instant Pot?
Deviled eggs are easy to make, especially with the help of an Instant Pot for precise cooking. After boiling the eggs, carefully halve the egg whites lengthwise and remove the yolks. In a separate bowl, season the mashed yolks before filling the egg whites with the creamy mixture.
What you need?
Once the eggs are cooked, you’ll need mayonnaise, mustard, and a mix of Southern soul food seasonings. Then, halve the eggs along their lengths, gently scoop out the yolks, and set the whites aside. Then comes the fun part! Mash the yolks and mix them with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, finely chopped gherkins, and a mix of soul food seasonings. This deliciously creamy filling will be placed back into the egg whites for delicious, decadent deviled eggs!
Measurements for the recipe can be found in the printable recipe card below.
- The Instant Pot trivet rack or egg rack will lift the eggs off the pot’s surface to be pressure-cooked rather than boiled.
- Eggs are the star, transformed in the Instant Pot for easy peeling and a tender bite. Opt for large, fresh eggs for best results.
- Water is crucial for pressure cooking, ensuring eggs cook evenly without cracks.
- Ice halts cooking immediately, preserving the eggs’ delicate texture.
- Mayonnaise is the base for the creamy richness of the deviled eggs filling.
- Dijon mustard imparts a tangy depth to the recipe.
- Gherkins‘ crisp, vinegary bite contrasts the creamy filling.
- Red onion adds a sharp, crunchy contrast. Finely chop to ensure balanced distribution.
- Paprika provides a smoky hint and vibrant garnish. Smoked paprika deepens this effect.
- Salt is essential for highlighting the dish’s flavors.
- Black pepper introduces a mild heat, and freshly ground offers the best aroma and flavor.
- Green onions are often used to garnish because they lend a fresh, oniony crunch.
The soul food deviled egg difference
This recipe is a Southern soul food favorite because of the seasonings and spices that contribute to its incredible flavor. You don’t need to worry about how much salt, spice, or mayonnaise to use because it’s all laid out for you in this convenient recipe. There’s no need to add salt to taste! I’ll tell you exactly how much to use.
How to make deviled eggs in the Instant Pot
Use the Instant Pot to cook the eggs quicker than the traditional deviled eggs stovetop way. Start by adding a cup of water to the Instant Pot. Then, place the trivet rack inside with the eggs on that rack, waiting for the magic to happen! With Instant Pot, you don’t want the eggs directly on the pot’s surface because they will be pressure-cooked rather than boiled.
Step-by-step instructions can be found in the printable recipe card below.
- Add the eggs onto the Instant Pot trivet or egg rack, and pour the water over the eggs.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, and when the cooking time is finished, allow a natural pressure release.
- Place the boiled eggs into an ice bath to cool off.
- Remove the shells once the eggs are cool, then slice them in half and remove the egg yolk.
- Mash the egg yolks with a fork until they look like little pebbles.
- Add the mayonnaise to the mashed egg yolks.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients.
- Use a piping bag or spoon the deviled egg mixture into each egg white.
- Garnish with paprika and green onions and serve this soul food Southern deviled egg recipe immediately, and enjoy!
Watch the recipe video with key moments for how to make Instant Pot deviled eggs.
How many eggs can you make in an Instant Pot at one time?
This recipe calls for six or up to nine eggs that fit comfortably on a trivet or egg rack in a standard 6-quart Instant Pot simultaneously. You can fit and quickly cook more if you have a double-tiered, stackable rack!
How long does it take to make Instant Pot deviled eggs?
Deviled eggs are easy to make, especially with the help of an Instant Pot for precise cooking. It only takes 5 minutes to cook them, and the best part is that you don’t have to stand around and watch the eggs boil!
What to serve with deviled eggs
Deviled eggs are a favorite because they are delightfully versatile, fitting seamlessly into casual dinners and elegant holiday gatherings. They can be gorgeously garnished with paprika, green onions, dill, or chives, and they pair well with main dishes like Southern fried chicken or a grand Southern roasted turkey.
Equipment
- Instant Pot electric pressure cooker
- Instant Pot trivet rack
Ingredients
- 6 eggs large
- 1 cup water
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise or if preferred, Miracle Whip
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon gherkins finely chopped or minced
- 1 tablespoon red onion finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon paprika plus extra to garnish
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon green onions chopped to garnish – or ¼ teaspoon of dill herb to garnish
Instructions
- Use the Instant Pot to boil the eggs quickly. Open the Instant Pot lid and place the trivet rack or egg rack inside the stainless-steel inner pot.
- Add the eggs onto the rack, and pour the water over the eggs.
- Close the Instant Pot lid (make sure the valve is up – in the position for sealing) and pressure cook on high for 5 minutes.
- When the cooking time is finished, allow a natural pressure release for at least 5 minutes.
- To open the Instant Pot lid, move the valve to ‘venting’ and manually release any remaining pressure, if applicable.
- Open the cover immediately after the pressure release. Using tongs (because the eggs will be hot!), place the boiled eggs into an ice bath to cool off.
- Once the eggs are cool to the touch, remove the shells and slice the hard-boiled eggs in half, then remove the egg yolk.
- Place the boiled egg yolks in a medium-sized bowl and place the egg white halves on a serving platter, setting them aside.
- Mash the egg yolks with a fork until they look like little pebbles.
- Then using a small rubber spatula, add in the mayonnaise, folding in one spoonful or dollop at a time until the mix is creamy and lump-free.
- Stir in the Dijon yellow mustard, gherkins, red onion, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
- Use a piping bag or spoon the deviled-egg mixture into each egg white half.
- Sprinkle with paprika and chopped green onions or fresh dill herb to garnish.
- Serve this Instant Pot soul food deviled egg recipe immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve, and enjoy!
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