Mexican Street Corn Deviled Eggs Recipe
Filipino breakfasts always feel warm and comforting to me. One dish I truly love is this Homemade Filipino Pork Tocino Recipe.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons crumbled cotija cheese
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional
- Extra cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Boil the Eggs
- Place eggs in a large pot. Cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a gentle boil. Turn off the heat and cover the pot. Let eggs sit for about 12 minutes before cooling them in ice water.
Roast the Corn
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn kernels without oil. Cook for several minutes until slightly blackened. Stir often to avoid burning. The roasted flavor gives these deviled eggs their special street corn taste.
Peel and Slice the Eggs
- Carefully peel the cooled eggs. Slice each egg lengthwise using a sharp knife. Remove the yolks gently and place them in a mixing bowl. Arrange the egg whites neatly on a serving plate.
Make the Creamy Filling
- Mash the yolks using a fork until smooth. Add mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir everything well until creamy and fluffy.
Add the Street Corn Flavor
- Mix most of the roasted corn into the yolk filling. Save a little corn for topping later. Add chopped cilantro and cotija cheese. Stir gently so every bite gets plenty of delicious flavor.
Fill the Egg Whites
- Spoon the filling into each egg white. You can also use a piping bag for prettier eggs. Fill each egg generously. The creamy mixture should slightly mound over the top.
Add Garnishes
- Top the deviled eggs with extra roasted corn, cotija cheese, and cilantro. Sprinkle extra chili powder for color and flavor. Add a tiny drop of hot sauce if you enjoy spicy food.
Chill Before Serving
- Place the deviled eggs in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes. Chilling helps the filling firm up nicely. Cold deviled eggs taste richer and more refreshing during warm weather gatherings.
Notes
- Use older eggs if possible. They peel much easier after boiling.
- Fresh corn tastes best during summer months. Frozen corn also works well when fresh corn is unavailable.
- Do not overcook the eggs. Overcooked eggs can develop a green ring around the yolks.
- For extra spice, add diced jalapeños to the filling.
- You can replace cotija cheese with feta cheese if needed.
- Greek yogurt can replace sour cream for a lighter filling.
- A sprinkle of Tajín seasoning adds extra tangy flavor.
- If serving outdoors, keep the eggs chilled until serving time.