Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup roasted corn kernels (canned, frozen, or fresh)
- 1/4 cup crumbled Cotija cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Tajín Clásico Seasoning, plus extra for garnish
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Slice the hard-boiled eggs lengthwise and gently scoop out the yolks into a medium mixing bowl. Place the egg white halves onto a serving platter.
- Step 2: Mash the egg yolks thoroughly using a fork until smooth. Add the mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of the Tajín seasoning to the mashed yolks. Mix well until the filling is creamy and evenly combined.
- Step 3: Gently fold the roasted corn kernels, the 1/4 cup of crumbled Cotija cheese, and half of the chopped cilantro into the yolk mixture, taking care not to crush the corn kernels.
- Step 4: Transfer the deviled egg filling into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip (or use a small spoon) and pipe the mixture evenly into the center of the prepared egg white halves.
- Step 5: Garnish each filled egg with a light sprinkle of the remaining Tajín seasoning, a small pinch of extra crumbled Cotija cheese, and a tiny sprig of fresh cilantro before serving immediately or refrigerating until ready to eat.
Notes
- Store the filling and egg white halves separately in airtight containers for up to two days, assembling the eggs no more than two hours before serving to prevent the whites from drying out.
- Since these must be served chilled, if the eggs have sat out, refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes before serving so the spiced filling is firm and refreshing.
- Serve these spicy treats alongside crispy tortilla chips or slices of cooling cucumber to add extra texture and balance the heat from the Tajín.
- For the silkiest filling texture, consider using a food processor to combine the yolks, mayo, and lime juice before hand-folding the delicate corn kernels and cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American