Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs

🔥 Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs

Spicy, smoky, and packed with flavor—these deviled eggs get a Southern twist with juicy Cajun shrimp and a creamy, kicked-up filling!

⏲️ Prep Time: 20 mins | 🍳 Cook Time: 10 mins | 🍽️ Servings: 12 halves

📝 Ingredients

For the Eggs:

• 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled

• ¼ cup mayonnaise

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp hot sauce (like Tabasco or Crystal)

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ¼ tsp garlic powder

• Salt & black pepper to taste

For the Cajun Shrimp:

• ½ lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (or homemade blend: paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, thyme, oregano)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)

👩🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Eggs:

1. Slice eggs in half lengthwise. Remove yolks and place in a bowl.

2. Mash yolks with mayo, mustard, hot sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

2️⃣ Cook the Shrimp:

1. Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning.

2. Heat oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high. Add shrimp and garlic; cook 2–3 mins per side until pink.

3. Deglaze with lemon juice, then chop shrimp into small pieces (reserve a few whole for garnish).

3️⃣ Assemble:

1. Fold half the chopped shrimp into the yolk mixture.

2. Pipe or spoon filling back into egg whites.

3. Top with remaining shrimp and a sprinkle of parsley.

💡 Pro Tips

✔ Perfect hard-boiled eggs: Cover eggs in cold water, bring to a boil, then turn off heat and let sit 10 mins. Ice bath immediately.
✔ Extra smoky? Add a dash of liquid smoke to the filling.
✔ Make ahead: Prep filling and shrimp separately; assemble 1 hour before serving.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Sprinkle with extra Cajun seasoning for a bold look.

• Serve on a bed of arugula or with pickled okra for crunch.

• Pair with cold beer or a spicy Bloody Mary!

A party favorite with a kick! Let me know if you’d like a milder or keto-friendly version. 😊

Variation: For bacon-Cajun deviled eggs, add crumbled crispy bacon to the filling! 🥓