Yahoo Lifestyle The Hawaiian Way to Make Deviled Eggs 10x Better
Deviled eggs are one of those timeless snacks that never go out of style, and thanks to TikTok, I’ve seen some wild and drool-worthy variations that make me want to whip up a batch ASAP.
A classic deviled egg recipe includes hard-boiled eggs, mayo, mustard, salt, pepper and paprika, but you can get creative with different recipes like a Buffalo Ranch (use ranch dressing and a splash of buffalo sauce), Avocado Lime (swap the mayo for mashed avocado, add a squeeze of lime juice, and top with chile crunch) or Bacon Jalapeño (stir in some crispy bacon bits and diced jalapeño).
No matter how you devour them, deviled eggs are the ultimate poppable snack, and TikTok keeps making them even better! Content creator @oahufamilyfun shared another fantastic recipe to upgrade those basic deviled eggs and I have to give it a try!
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Why You Should Make Spam Musubi Deviled Eggs
SPAM became a Hawaiian staple during World War II when fresh meat was scarce, and canned goods were a necessity. The U.S. military shipped tons of SPAM to troops stationed in the Pacific, and it quickly made its way into local cuisine. Today, Hawaiians consume more SPAM per capita than any other state, and it’s even featured on Hawaiian McDonald’s breakfast menus.
After the war, Hawaiians embraced it, incorporating SPAM into dishes like SPAM fried rice and SPAM musubi. Spam Musubi consists of a slice of grilled SPAM on top of a block of rice, all wrapped together with a strip of nori. It's similar to Japanese onigiri, which is a stuffed rice ball wrapped in nori. In Hawaii, SPAM musubi is a beloved convenience store snack.
The genius thing about combining SPAM musubi with deviled eggs is that the filling gets even more umami with the addition of soy sauce and furikake (the Japanese seasoning blend made with nori, sesame seeds and salt) and then a small piece of seared SPAM on top adds some savory-sweet and meaty deliciousness. The strip of nori around everything completes the look and adds flavor and texture to this next-level appetizer.
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How to Make Spam Musubi Deviled Eggs
The creator said to measure these ingredients with your heart, but this is how you make a SPAM musubi deviled egg.
You will need one can of SPAM, teriyaki marinade, a dozen hard-boiled eggs, mayo, soy sauce, furikake, pepper, yellow mustard, salt and nori sheets, cut into thin strips.
Slice the SPAM into small rectangles and marinate them in teriyaki sauce for about an hour. This part is optional, but it will add another layer of flavor to the SPAM and help it caramelize more when you cook it up.
Sauté the SPAM over medium heat until charred on all sides and set it aside. Slice the boiled eggs in half and scoop the yolks into a bowl. To the bowl, add mayo, shoyu (Japanese soy sauce), furikake, mustard and season with salt (or other seasonings) to taste. Transfer the mixture to a sandwich bag and pipe it into the egg whites.
Top each egg with a piece of SPAM and wrap it with a strip of nori, using some water to secure the ends. Sprinkle the tops with more furikake and enjoy!
This sounds so good and will definitely be a showstopper at your next party or potluck!
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