Description
These Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs combine the classic creamy deviled egg filling with a spicy, flavorful twist of Cajun-seasoned shrimp. Perfect as an appetizer or party snack, this recipe features a zesty blend of Old Bay seasoning, hot sauce, and fresh dill to elevate simple hard-boiled eggs into a gourmet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs and Filling
- 12 large eggs
- 2–3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp hot sauce
- 1 Tbsp sweet pickle relish
- 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 2 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Shrimp
- 2 dozen shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Oil (enough to coat skillet)
- 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 lemon (for juice)
- 2 tsp fresh dill, chopped (for garnish)
- Ice water (for cooling eggs)
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, then turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let the eggs sit for 15-20 minutes. Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice water bath to cool for easier peeling.
- Peel and Prepare Eggs: Peel the cooled eggs carefully. Slice each egg in half lengthwise, then gently remove the yolks and set the whites aside on a serving platter for later filling.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the egg yolks with mayonnaise, hot sauce, sweet pickle relish, 2 teaspoons of Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, 2 tablespoons of chopped dill, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Sauté the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add enough oil to coat the pan. Add the shrimp and sprinkle with the remaining 2 teaspoons of Old Bay seasoning. Cook the shrimp until they turn pink and opaque, then squeeze the juice of half a lemon over them. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Deviled Eggs: Pipe or spoon the prepared yolk mixture into the cavity of the egg whites. Top each filled egg half with one cooked shrimp.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the assembled deviled eggs with the remaining chopped dill. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use fresh dill to enhance the flavor, but dried dill can be substituted if necessary.
- For a milder variation, reduce or omit the hot sauce in the filling.
- Peeling eggs can be easier if eggs are slightly older (about a week) versus very fresh eggs.
- These deviled eggs can be prepared a few hours ahead and chilled, but add shrimp just before serving for best texture.
- The lemon juice brightens the shrimp flavor; feel free to adjust to taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
