Best Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs (Print Version)
Spicy shrimp and seasoned egg yolks in a creamy, zesty filling create a Southern-inspired appetizer everyone loves.
# Ingredients:
→ Eggs
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12 large eggs
→ Seafood
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24 small raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Dressing
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons creole mustard
→ Vegetables and Aromatics
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2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
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4 teaspoons finely chopped pickled jalapeños
→ Seasonings
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Cajun seasoning to taste
→ Oil
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1 tablespoon avocado oil
# Steps:
01 -
Place the eggs in a large pot of boiling water and cook for 13 minutes. Transfer immediately to an ice water bath and let sit for 15 minutes before peeling.
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Season raw shrimp with Cajun seasoning. Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Cool completely.
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Carefully halve the peeled eggs and remove yolks. Mash yolks in a mixing bowl, then blend with mayonnaise, creole mustard, chopped green onions, pickled jalapeños, and additional seasonings as desired. Chill filling in the refrigerator for optimal flavor.
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Using a piping bag or spoon, fill each egg white half with prepared yolk mixture. Top each filled egg with one seared shrimp and garnish if desired.
# Notes:
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For easier peeling, use eggs that are slightly older and ensure they are fully cooled in the ice bath.
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Chilling the filling enhances flavor and allows the mixture to firm up, making assembly neater.