Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Smoking and Preparing Eggs
- Preheat your smoker to 102°C (215°F) with flavorful wood for smoking.
- Smoke the eggs for 65–70 minutes until golden-brown.
- Add the fresh jalapeño to the smoker during the last 15 minutes, roasting until blistered.
- Prepare an ice bath and transfer eggs into it once smoking is done.
- Peel the eggs under running water and halve them lengthwise, removing yolks.
Making the Filling
- Mash yolks and mix in cream cheese, mayonnaise, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika until smooth.
- Fold in chopped jalapeño and bacon, reserving some for garnish.
- Fill egg whites with the yolk mixture generously.
- Garnish with reserved bacon, jalapeño, smoked paprika, and chives.
Nutrition
Notes
Use fresh, in-season jalapeños for the best flavor. Soften cream cheese for a smooth filling. Avoid over-salting. Fill just before serving for freshness.
