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Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs

Spicy Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs for Bold Flavor Lovers

Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs are a vibrant twist on a classic snack, featuring creamy goodness and zesty Cajun heat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 12 eggs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Egg Filling
  • 6 large Eggs Fresh
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can work in a pinch
  • 2 teaspoons Hot Sauce Adjust according to your heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Sweet paprika works too
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Use sparingly if sensitive to spice
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used but with less quantity
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Optional
For the Shrimp Topping
  • 1 pound Medium Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chives Can substitute with green onions
  • 2 lemon Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • piping bag

Method
 

Steps
  1. Start by placing large eggs in a pot, covering them with water, and bringing it to a rolling boil. Once boiling, remove the pot from the heat, cover it, and let the eggs sit for 12 minutes. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool completely.
  2. Once the eggs are cool, peel them and slice them in half lengthwise. Scoop out the yolks and mash them with a fork. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Stir until smooth and well combined, then refrigerate.
  3. While the filling chills, season your peeled and deveined shrimp with cayenne pepper, dried oregano, and onion powder. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then sear the shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until pink and slightly charred. Let them cool.
  4. To assemble, fit a piping bag with the yolk mixture and pipe it into the egg whites. Top each filled egg with a piece of shrimp, a slice of jalapeño, and chopped chives.
  5. Arrange the assembled deviled eggs on a serving platter and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Add a teaspoon of baking soda to the boiling water for easier peeling. Allow the filling to chill for at least 30 minutes for better flavor blend. Sear shrimp until slightly charred for best taste. Assemble just before serving to maintain freshness.

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