Deviled eggs all classed up with smoked trout, perfect for your next picnic! Champagne optional.
Spring brings the promise of brunches, one of my favorite things. And that means deviled eggs. This is a slightly updated version of one my mom made for years, topped with pieces of peppered smoked trout.
I added a little twist to this classic with horseradish along with a couple of pinches of cayenne pepper. Both are optional.
Mix everything together and either spoon or pipe the filling into the egg cavities, and top with peppered smoked trout.
I should note that as a nod to a healthier version than the traditional ones with mayonnaise, I substituted plain yogurt.
I didn't have Greek yogurt on hand, but if that's your preference, no worries, go ahead and use it. Créme Fraiche would work too, or sour cream, as both go great with smoked trout. But yogurt will be your healthiest option.
Smoked Trout Deviled Eggs
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- ⅓ cup yogurt I used full fat
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated horseradish
- 1 tablespoon spring garlic
- 2 teaspoons fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Dijon country mustard
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon lemon zest
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne powder
- few grinds of black pepper
- smoked trout
- handful of microgreens
Instructions
- Place the eggs in a large pot and fill the pot with enough water to cover the eggs by one to two inches. Bring to a simmer, but not a full boil in order to avoid cracking the eggs. Simmer for two minutes. Remove from the heat and cover the pot for 12 minutes.
- Remove the eggs from the hot water and immerse them in cold water. Peel under cold running water, and slice in half.
- Pull the white part of the egg gently aware from the yolk and remove the yolks into a bowl. Mash with a fork.
- Add the remaining ingredients except the microgreens and smoked trout. Stir with a fork until as smooth as possible.
- Spoon the egg mixture into a piping bag fitted with a piping tip, and scrape the filling towards the tip.
- Hold the bag with both hands and squeeze the filling through the tip into the cavities of the eggs.
- Top with pieces of smoked trout and a sprinkle of microgreens.
The Ninja Baker
Horseradish and yogurt are such great ideas! It's like the V-8 commercial bumping of the forehead moment - Why didn't I think of that?
The accent with the smoked trout, I imagine is wonderful, too.
Thank you, Susan for this very elegant and perfect for a picnic or cocktail party recipe =)
CCU
Honestly, devilled eggs have never looked so classy before, I love the idea of adding dish to them! Simply gorgeous 🙂
Cheers
CCU
Katy
I love devilled eggs, and yours look delicious! Thank you for sharing 🙂
Stacy
Champagne is never optional at our house. Most special occasions demand it, and deviled eggs. Yours look wonderful! I love the pretty micro-greens heaped in the middle!
Renee
I'm afraid these eggs wouldn't make it to the picnic. I may or may not accidentally leave them behind and then be forced to eat them all by myself later. Ahem.
Jen @JuanitasCocina
It's the horseradish in these that has sent me over the edge! YUM!
apuginthekitchen
I love deviled eggs and your elegant lower fat version is terrific. Especially love the smoked trout garnish. Delicious!! Have a great holiday.
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom
Susan! I love this! what a great idea to add smoked trout! and what a BEAUTIFUL presentation . . I really love this!
Amanda @ Marocmama
This is something my husband would devour. Thanks for the idea!
Liz
Such a gorgeous presentation, Susan! And I love the idea of topping deviled eggs with smoked trout...delish!
Amy Kim (@kimchi_mom)
So amazing! Deviled eggs are my one of my favorites. I love the heat contrasting the creamy egg and complemented with the salty, smoky trout. All flavors that I love.
Cindys Recipes and Writings
I love smoked trout with horseradish and sour cream. It sounds like a great addition to deviled eggs!
Diana @GourmetDrizzles
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!!! Beautiful photos, fantastic recipe, and those microgreens are such an elegant touch!
Megan @ I Run For Wine
I love this twist on deviled eggs. Your photos are beautiful. YUM!!
Tara
Perfect deviled eggs!! Your photos are amazing too!!
kathia Rodriguez
I really going to try this one, so good.
Sarah Reid, CNP (@jo_jo_ba)
So elegant! Delish
Shannon @VillageGirlBlog
I love deviled eggs! They are one of my favorites and your are so creative! I love the Dijon mustard and the micro-greens!
Martin D. Redmond
What a great twist on deviled eggs. Love your recipe!
Camille @ Growing Up Gabel
Oh boy I think my husband would love these with smoked salmon! What a great idea!
Paula @ Vintage Kitchen Notes
A picnic is not complete without deviled eggs Susan. Love the addition of horseradish! I´m always looking for ways to use it, and I do love eggs in any form. Love this recipe.
The Squishy Monster
Thank you for this inspiration! I never thought to add smoked meat to deviled eggs...amazing!
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons
This is, perhaps, the most beautiful deviled egg presentation I've ever seen! I would DEFINITELY have champagne with these 🙂
Nancy @ gottagetbaked
Susan, your photos are simply beautiful! And great spicy kick to the deviled eggs. I can't even begin to tell you how much I love eggs - I woud eat more of these than is good for me. A tall glass of champagne would be perfect to wash these down with.
Jennie
How creative. I love the addition of smoked trout. Yum!
Nicole @ Daily Dish Recipes
Oh my goodness. Yes please. The smoked trout sounds amazing and looks so pretty sitting on top of these. Deviled eggs are one of my weaknesses. THESE ARE AMAZING!
Family Foodie
My daughter and I love deviled eggs. The addition of smoked trout would be amazing! Your deviled eggs look great.
Susan
These are the prettiest deviled eggs I've seen Susan! I bet they taste great too.
mjskit
I have a "little bit" of smoked salmon leftover from supper tonight and these eggs topped with the salmon would make a perfect lunch. What a great way to step the deviled egg up a notch or two. Thanks for sharing this!
Katie
I've never tried deviled eggs with smoked trout before - sounds really interesting!
Hannah
Susan, these eggs sound sublime! I could happily eat a platter of them. Love the added horseradish and the smoked trout is inspired. I'm saving this to make for one of my son's graduation gatherings - deviled eggs are one of his favorites. Thanks for sharing!
Soni
Oh love the cayenne in there!Nice to enjoy tasty Deviled Eggs with a hint of heat in the background!!Smoked Trout and Horseradish also sound great!So Yumm!!
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