Deviled Ham Salad Recipe

📜 A Little History: What Is Deviled Ham Salad?

Despite the name, deviled ham doesn’t come from the underworld — it comes from a culinary tradition dating back to the 1800s. In food terms, “deviled” means adding zesty or spicy seasonings to amp up flavor.

Deviled ham salad is a mix of chopped or ground cooked ham blended with mayonnaise, mustard, spices, and optional add-ins like pickles, onions, or hot sauce. It’s creamy, spreadable, and packed with protein and punch.

🧂 Ingredients: What You’ll Need

Here’s a basic version — feel free to tweak it to match your taste buds.

✅ Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked ham, finely chopped (or use canned deviled ham in a pinch)
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon or yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon sweet relish or finely chopped pickles
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, but recommended)
• 1 tablespoon finely minced red onion
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Optional: chopped parsley, celery, paprika for garnish or extra crunch

👩‍🍳 How to Make Deviled Ham Salad

Making this recipe is about as simple as it gets:

🥄 Instructions:

1. Chop the ham finely by hand or pulse it in a food processor for a smoother texture.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the ham, mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and relish.
3. Stir in the onion, hot sauce, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Mix until fully combined. Adjust seasoning if needed.
5. Chill for 30 minutes (optional, but helps flavors develop).
6. Serve and enjoy!

🍽 How to Serve Deviled Ham Salad

This versatile dish works in just about every setting. Try these ideas:

🥪 Sandwich:

• Spread on white or rye bread with lettuce and tomato.
• Serve open-faced on toast or crackers.

🧺 Picnic-Ready:

• Spoon into celery sticks or mini bell peppers for a low-carb snack.
• Use as a dip for crackers, pita chips, or cucumbers.

🥚 Creative Twist:

• Use it as a filling for hard-boiled eggs to make deviled ham deviled eggs.

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