Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Boil, then chill and prep the eggs
- Place 12 large eggs in a pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Cover, remove from heat, and let stand 12 minutes.
- Chill the eggs in an ice bath for 10 minutes, then peel and halve lengthwise. Keep the yolks and whites separated for filling.
Make the Bloody Mary filling
- Mash the egg yolks with mayonnaise, tomato paste, prepared horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, hot sauce, celery salt, and vodka until smooth. If using vodka, mix it in at the same time for even flavor.
- Season the filling with black pepper to taste. Stir until the mixture is consistent and pipeable.
- Pipe the filling into the egg whites. Fill each half fully so the center looks rosy and thick.
Garnish and serve
- Top each egg with a celery leaf. Add a slice of pickled okra (or a small olive if preferred) on top for a briny bite.
- Finish with a pinch of Old Bay on each deviled egg. Serve immediately or keep chilled until ready.
Notes
For the cleanest piping, chill the peeled egg halves for 5 minutes before filling so the yolk mixture stays firm. Store deviled eggs covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; freeze is not recommended. For a lighter option, swap half the mayonnaise for Greek yogurt to keep the tang while reducing fat.
