Thai Peanut Deviled Eggs (Print Version)

Spicy peanut yolk filling in chilled deviled eggs, topped with cucumber-cilantro relish and crushed peanuts.

# What You'll Need:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Peanut filling

02 - 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
03 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce (use gluten-free soy sauce if required)
05 - 1 teaspoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
07 - 1 teaspoon honey
08 - 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
09 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Cucumber relish

11 - 1/3 cup finely diced seedless cucumber
12 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
13 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
14 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
15 - 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
16 - Pinch of salt

→ Garnish

17 - 2 tablespoons crushed roasted peanuts
18 - Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
19 - Extra sriracha, for drizzling (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water by about 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat, then remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 10 to 12 minutes.
02 - Drain the hot water and immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath to cool for at least 5 minutes. Gently crack and peel the shells, then slice each egg in half lengthwise.
03 - Carefully remove yolks into a medium bowl and arrange the egg whites on a serving platter, reserving the whites for filling.
04 - To the bowl with yolks add peanut butter, mayonnaise, soy sauce, sriracha, lime juice, honey, grated ginger and garlic powder. Mash and whisk until smooth and emulsified; season with salt and pepper.
05 - In a small bowl combine diced cucumber, chopped cilantro, red onion, rice vinegar, sugar and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine and taste-adjust seasoning.
06 - Transfer the peanut yolk mixture to a piping bag or spoon and fill each egg white half evenly with the mixture.
07 - Place a small spoonful of cucumber relish on each filled half, then sprinkle with crushed peanuts and finish with cilantro leaves and a light drizzle of sriracha if desired.
08 - Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to meld flavors, then serve chilled as an appetizer.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • This recipe turns a modest party classic into a crunchy, creamy, and slightly spicy conversation starter your guests will beg for next time.
  • The fusion of cool cucumber and zingy peanut sauce is a secret shortcut to making even a simple gathering feel a touch more vibrant.
02 -
  • Attempting to rush the cooling step always led to torn egg whites and messy halves, so give the eggs plenty of chilling time.
  • Switching to freshly grated ginger instead of powdered transformed the flavor—now I consider it non-negotiable.
03 -
  • Let eggs cool fully in ice water so they peel flawlessly every time.
  • For the creamiest filling, always blend yolks and peanut butter first before adding other ingredients.
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