Dill Pickle Deviled Eggs

Name: Dill Pickle Deviled Eggs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Ingredients: 6 large eggs; 3 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon fresh dill (chopped, plus more to garnish); 3 tablespoons dill pickles (chopped, plus thin slices to garnish); 2 teaspoons pickle juice (from the jar); sea salt (to taste); freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

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If you want to mix up your deviled egg routine a little this year, this zesty and crunchy dill pickle deviled eggs recipe does not disappoint.

Dill pickled deviled eggs on a white serving plate atop a white marble countertop.

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This zesty deviled eggs recipe will totally change the way you think about this classic appetizer. Or least it did for me. 🙂 I've made regular deviled eggs dozens of times over the years, but this one totally changed the game as I started experimenting with using more fermented foods in my recipes.

Did you know?

Pickles, or fermented cucumbers, are an all-time favorite fermented food and for good reason! Their famous crunchy texture and tangy taste are produced through a process called lacto-fermentation whereby a salt water brine allows the natural microbes present on the cucumbers to multiply and transform the cucumbers into their alluringly sour flavor and bite we all know and love.

Why you'll love these dill pickle deviled eggs

This deviled eggs recipe is not only quick and easy to make, but it's a fantastic way to eat more fermented foods or just use up that jar of pickles in the fridge. And to make it more kid friendly, you can even out the real dill pickles with pickle relish for a slightly sweeter version. Hope you love it as much as we do! ♥️

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🌿 Ingredients
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🌿 Ingredients

Look for real dill pickles or kosher pickles in the refrigerated section of the grocery store for best results, but feel free to use shelf stable pickles or pickle relish if you can't find fresh.

See recipe card below for exact quantities.

📝 Instructions

Six eggs covered with water in a stainless steel pot.

Step 1: Place the eggs in a medium pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and then reduce the heat a little to a gentle boil and cook for 12 minutes.

Then, transfer the eggs to an ice bath in a separate bowl using a slotted spoon.

Halved hard boiled eggs on a white cutting board with a blue ceramic chef's knife.

Step 2: Peel the cooled eggs, slice them in half lengthwise, and scoop out yolks into a mixing bowl.

Dill pickled deviled eggs filling in a glass mixing bowl.

Step 3: Mash the yolks a little with a fork and then add the rest of the ingredients to bowl, saving aside a little of the chopped dill and thin pickle slices to garnish.

Mix everything together until well incorporated.

Overhead shot of dill pickled deviled eggs garnished with fresh dill and pickle slices.

Step 4: Use a spoon to scoop a little of the fillings into each egg half. Use a clean finger to help guide the mixture off the spoon if that's easier.

Place a small pickle slice into each deviled egg and sprinkle with more fresh dill and a little extra salt and pepper if you'd like.

🎉 Top tip

If you'd like to get all of the probiotic benefits of real fermented dill pickles in this recipe, look for pickles in the refrigerated section of the grocery store and make sure they do not contain vinegar which destroys the natural cultures. But if you can't find fresh pickles, not to worry! This recipe is incredibly delicious no matter the type of pickle. 😉

If you love this pickle recipe, you might also love these other fermented food recipes or quick & easy recipes. And for more seasonal favorites, check out these spring recipes for more fresh ideas.

Enjoy!

💭 FAQ

Can I use pickle relish instead of chopped pickles for deviled eggs?

Yes; you can definitely use pickle relish instead of chopped pickles. Just note that most prepared pickle relish does contain some sugar and will make the recipe a little sweeter tasting.

Can I prep deviled eggs ahead of time?

Yes, you can prep deviled eggs up to two days in advance. For best results, don't assemble or garnish the eggs until just before your meal or event for best tasting results.

How do I make sure the filling isn't too thin or runny for dill pickle deviled eggs?

Make sure to drain off the liquid after you chop your pickles so that your filling doesn't get too runny. But you do want to add some pickle juice from the jar as written, to give the flavor a little extra zing.

What kind of pickles work best for deviled eggs?

Look for real fermented dill pickles or kosher dill pickles (which typically have a more garlicky flavor) in the refrigerated section of your local grocery store. Fresh pickles work best for this recipe since they're nice and crunchy, but shelf stable pickles or pickle relish will work as well.

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