I Discovered the Top Tip for Deviled Eggs from a Professional Chef

Deviled eggs are like that one guest at the party—you’re never quite sure how they’ll go over. They could be a crowd favorite or something people try to avoid (I’m talking about the eggs here, of course). But what if you could make them a guaranteed hit? According to a professional chef, it's possible—and all it takes is one simple trick.

Unsurprisingly, it’s all about the salt.

Enhance Your Deviled Eggs by Salting the Egg Whites

I recently had the pleasure of meeting Nelson Serrano-Bahri, chef and Director of Innovation at the American Egg Board, at an egg-focused dinner. While there were plenty of creative dishes that night, one casual remark he made during a demo on his deviled eggs with elote salad garnish completely changed my perspective. After hearing his tip, I couldn’t believe I hadn’t thought of it myself. I had to ask him to explain further, and here's what he shared:

“When making deviled eggs, many people don’t realize that the egg whites should be seasoned with a touch of salt! This step balances the flavors and prevents the yolk mixture from becoming overly salty. I suggest using a coarse finishing salt like Maldon, but kosher salt works too. For an extra twist, try flavored or seasoned salts to add a surprise element and create layers of flavor that elevate both the egg whites and the deviled eggs themselves.”

Serrano-Bahri also offered some valuable tips for the yolk filling. “When preparing the filling for your deviled eggs, be sure to salt your yolks as well. Try experimenting with different seasoned or flavored salts to elevate the flavor of your deviled egg filling.”

Imagine chipotle-lime salt paired with jalapeño heat, or smoky salt with a bacon filling. You could use Lawry’s for a crab-stuffed version, or simply go all out and add ‘everything’ for a flavorful twist.

Additional Ways to Elevate Your Deviled Eggs

He didn’t stop there, “You can get creative with the garnishes and toppings to add your own personal twist and enhance the flavor of your deviled eggs. For example, I used crushed pork rinds and potato chips on the Elote-Corn Shooter Deviled Eggs, which brought in extra flavor and texture, making for a perfect summer bite.”

He also presented another fun take on the classic appetizer, this time with lobster as a topping.

And of course, we have a variety of exciting and unique recipes from our Dinogo home cooks that you can try right here. Check out a few of them below:

• Bang Bang Deviled Eggs
• Deep-Fried Deviled Eggs
• Avocado Deviled Eggs
• Bacon Balsamic Deviled Eggs
• Buffalo Chicken Deviled Eggs
• Fully Loaded Deviled Eggs

Prepare any of these delicious deviled eggs and invite everyone you know—family, friends, acquaintances, and even their neighbors! It doesn’t matter who shows up when you’ve got a spread of irresistible favorites. No matter how you like to customize your deviled eggs, just make sure to remember to salt the whites for that perfect balance.