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Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs

Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs combine creamy deviled eggs with the bold, zesty flavor of Cajun-seasoned shrimp for a delicious and unique appetizer perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 12 large eggs room temperature
  • 0.33 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Cajun seasoning for garnish
  • chives finely chopped for garnish
  • 0.5 pound medium uncooked shrimp peeled, deveined, tails off
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Arrange eggs in a single layer in a large pot. Fill with water until it covers eggs by about 0.5 inch.
  • Bring water to a boil. Cover pot and remove from heat.
  • Let eggs rest in the covered pot for 14 minutes. Prepare a bowl of ice water.
  • Transfer eggs to ice water using a slotted spoon to stop cooking. Let rest for 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Peel eggs under water. Pat dry with paper towel. Halve eggs lengthwise. Remove yolks and set aside egg whites.
  • Mash yolks with mayonnaise, yellow mustard, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, and kosher salt until smooth.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over high heat. Stir in Cajun seasoning.
  • Add shrimp to skillet in an even layer. Cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until cooked through, being careful not to overcook.
  • Remove skillet from heat and set aside.
  • Pipe or spoon yolk mixture evenly into egg white halves.
  • Top each deviled egg with a Cajun shrimp.
  • Sprinkle with additional Cajun seasoning and garnish with chopped chives.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

These deviled eggs are a perfect spicy appetizer that combines creamy yolk filling with flavorful Cajun shrimp for a crowd-pleasing treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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