The Origin of the Deviled Egg

The Devilish Egg Delight

I love deviled eggs. Of course, these evil hors d'ouvres are fantastic for all types of gatherings. How did these scrumptious offerings begin? Deviled eggs are the most popular hors d'ouvres in the United States and France and it is easy to understand why they are so popular. First, we have to look at the price. One dozen eggs equals twenty four deviled eggs. You can get a dozen eggs for under one dollar. So, for under three dollars you have enough for seventy two people. That is a huge bargain for a gathering. Second, you can make deviled eggs with several different recipes. This means you really can cater to everyone's tastes. Third, deviled eggs are quick and easy to make. Finally, they are not eyesores.

Origins
According to the show The Secret Life Of..., eggs mimosa(deviled eggs) originated in Rome. The first known recipes came from 13th century Andalusia, however the name came in the 18th century. They were originally considered stuffed eggs, often filled with raisins and other sweet herbs, as printed in medieval texts. The term deviled came from 18th century England, relating to cooking in fiery hot spices or condiments. Since there are so many known recipes for deviled eggs, this is really a pretty accurate name for this dish.