The Quiz: What does the culinary term “devil” (as in deviled eggs) mean?
Split in two
Mashed
Highly seasoned
Boiled twice
This classic picnic appetizer has been around for centuries. Recipes for seasoned eggs can be traced back as far as ancient Rome, but modern deviled eggs originated in Europe in the 15th century, eventually making their way to the U.S. in the 19th century. A traditional deviled egg recipe calls for boiled eggs cut in half and refilled with a mixture of mashed yolk and spices (such as cayenne, paprika, salt, and pepper). The filling is what earned the eggs their devilish name — “devil” is a cooking term that means “highly seasoned.”
The correct answer to this quiz is Highly seasoned.