The Best Way To Boost The Umami In Deviled Eggs Is Also Quite Bougie

Deviled eggs are a classic. Creamy, tangy, and savory, they're the star of the appetizer table at everything from picnics to cocktail parties. But if you want to elevate the umami in your deviled eggs, there's one luxurious secret weapon: Truffle salt or oil. These truffle-infused ingredients add a rich umami punch, transforming your deviled eggs into something indulgent.

Truffles are enjoyed for their savoriness. The key is to use truffle sparingly; a little goes a long way. If you're looking for a stronger, earthier truffle flavor, choose black truffle salt or oil over white, which is more delicate. Examine the ingredients and look for truffle products that say "natural truffle" otherwise you may be getting the stuff that's made with a chemical compound and no real truffles. Since salts and oils with truffle flavor are less expensive than fresh truffles, they're a good choice to save money while still getting that umami flavor.

To start, prepare your deviled eggs as usual. This simple deviled eggs recipe is always a party-pleaser. Also, consider using pre-boiled eggs, like Chrissy Teigen does, to save time in the kitchen. Once your yolk mixture is creamy and seasoned, it's time to introduce the star ingredient. For truffle salt, add a pinch to the yolk mixture and blend well. If you're using truffle oil, add just a few drops, as its concentrated flavor can easily overpower the dish. The truffle goodness will meld beautifully with the creamy filling. If you want to go all out on the truffle flavor, you can even use both truffle salt and oil in the filling.

When it comes to garnishing your truffle deviled eggs, you can play up the bougie factor even more. After piping or spooning your creamy truffled yolk mix into the egg white halves, top each with a sprinkle of finely chopped chives or green onion, a sliver of Parmesan cheese, thinly sliced olives, some seasoned breadcrumbs for crunch, or even a few truffle shavings if you're feeling extravagant. You can get truffle slices preserved in olive oil to garnish your deviled eggs if you don't have fresh truffles. These finishing touches enhance the flavor and presentation of your deviled eggs.

Truffle salt and oil bring an undeniable umami depth to deviled eggs, since truffle is known to work well with fat. This twist on a classic proves that sometimes, the best upgrades are a bit bougie — just call this dish another quiet luxury.