Definition

Noun: A deviled egg is a cold appetizer consisting of a hard-boiled egg that has been shelled, cut in half lengthwise, and filled with a paste made from the hard-boiled yolk mixed with ingredients such as mayonnaise, mustard, and seasonings.

Usage

A "deviled egg" is a specific food item. The term is used as a countable noun. * She brought a plate of deviled eggs to the picnic. * My grandmother's recipe for deviled eggs includes a little paprika on top. * Would you like a deviled egg?

Examples

• The classic deviled egg is a staple at potluck dinners.
• These deviled eggs are delicious; what did you put in the filling?
• He prepared two dozen deviled eggs for the party.

Advanced Usage

• The term "deviled" in culinary contexts historically means to cook with spicy or zesty seasonings. While modern deviled egg recipes vary, the name implies a seasoned, flavorful filling.
• The phrase is often used in the plural ("deviled eggs") when referring to the dish generally or to multiple pieces.

Variants and Related Words

• Stuffed egg: A less common synonym for "deviled egg."
• Egg salad: A related dish where chopped hard-boiled eggs (both whites and yolks) are mixed with mayonnaise and seasonings, typically served on bread or in a sandwich, not returned to the egg white halves.

Synonyms

• Stuffed egg
• Dressed egg (regional)

Idioms and Phrases

• No idioms or common phrasal verbs are directly associated with this specific food term.

Noun

1. halved hard-cooked egg with the yolk mashed with mayonnaise and seasonings and returned to the white