National Deviled Egg Day – November 2, 2022, history, significance
National Deviled Egg Day is observed on November 2 of every year. National Deviled Egg Day is created to enjoy the taste of deviled eggs with your family members and with your friends. Deviled eggs are a popular party food or snack made from boiled eggs. The deviled eggs will be served cold. The Yolk will be scooped out, and then it is mixed with the mayo and seasonings. Then the mixed yolk will be scooped back into the boiled egg whites. Hence, on National Deviled Egg Day, boil some eggs, and make some delicious deviled eggs.
History of National Deviled Egg Day
The creator or founder of this day is still unknown. Deviled Eggs are an ancient dish that originated in Rome, with reference to the recipes salvaged from Ancient Rome. However, the word “deviled” didn’t appear until the 18th century when it was used to explain the highly seasoned, boiled, or fried eggs.
The term “deviled” becomes usual to describe the hot seasonings by the time of the 19th century. Now, not all deviled egg recipes are spicy, but a little cayenne pepper or hot mustard can always give them an extra kick.
In Netherlands, France, and Germany, deviled eggs are often dished up in a variation with parsley and fresh tomato. The other name of Deviled Egg is Eggs Mimosa, Stuffed Eggs, or Dressed eggs. They are hard-boiled eggs that have been stripped, sliced in half, and filled with the hard-boiled egg’s yolk combined with other ingredients like mayonnaise and mustard
NATIONAL DEVILED EGG DAY TIMELINE
1940s
Add that mayo
Mayonnaise is commonly accepted as the binder in deviled eggs.
1786
“Deviled” made its debut
This dish is officially dubbed “deviled eggs” because “deviled” foods are seasoned, fried, or boiled.
500 AD
An eggy original
A collection of ancient Roman recipes included eggs seasoned with oil, wine, or broth — served with pepper and laser, a now-extinct plant.
61 AD
Deviled eggs are literary
In Petronius’ “Satyricon,” a banquet includes songbirds marinated in peppered egg yolk and stuffed into peasant eggs.
NATIONAL DEVILED EGG DAY ACTIVITIES
Keep it simple
The classic deviled egg recipe includes mayo, Dijon mustard, and relish. Regional recipes add different seasonings or ingredients.
Try dessert deviled eggs
Chocolate deviled eggs sub the yolky center with a mixture of cream cheese, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and heavy cream. Top with sprinkles and a pinch of sea salt.
Turn them into a salad
For Caesar salad deviled eggs, add olive oil, anchovies, and garlic. Top them with croutons, shredded romaine lettuce, and Parmesan cheese.
AROUND THE WORLD IN DEVILED EGGS
Western Europe keeps it classy
Netherlands, Germany, and France add parsley and tomato to their deviled eggs.
Germany’s so extra
German deviled eggs might also include cheese, capers, and anchovies.
Well, that makes it a meal
Hungarian deviled eggs have yolks mashed with white bread soaked in milk.
Like a Swedish baked potato
In Sweden, deviled eggs include sour cream and chives, and sometimes caviar and onion, and sometimes pickled herring.
Regional U.S. varieties
Paprika is a southern deviled egg addition while the east coast prefers Old Bay seasoning.
WHY WE LOVE NATIONAL DEVILED EGG DAY
They’re delicious
Deviled eggs are a creamy, tasty addition to any potluck or party. You can even find handy carrying cases so your eggs don’t slide all over the plate.
There are thousands of recipes to choose from
Use mayo or Miracle Whip. Top with dill or olives. Add salami or pepperoni, pork, or crab. If you can think it, you can add it to your deviled eggs.
They pack the protein
One egg has six grams of protein. Its protein punch is so high, it’s a standard other foods are measured against.
