Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs

Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs
Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs combine the classic deviled egg with bold Cajun flavors. Hard-boiled eggs are halved and filled with a seasoned mixture of egg yolks, mayonnaise, mustard, and Cajun spices.

The dish is elevated with the addition of sautéed or seasoned shrimp on top, providing a spicy and savory twist to the traditional deviled egg recipe. This fusion of flavors makes Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs a flavorful and unique appetizer or snack.

Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs

Ingredients

1 dozen Eggs

2 dozen Fresh Shrimp-medium sized

1 tsp Cooking Oil

1/2 small Lemon

2-3 tb Mayonnaise

1/2-1 tb Hot Sauce-depending on spice level

1 tb Sweet Relish

1-2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning + 2 tsp (for Cajun shrimp)

1/4 tsp Garlic Powder

2 tb Fresh Chopped Dill-+ 2tsp (garnish)

Salt + Pepper To Taste

Instructions:

Perfect Boiled Eggs

Gently place eggs in a shallow pot.

Fill with water covering eggs and once eggs begin to boil, turn off heat and cover for 15-20 minutes.

Cajun Egg Filling

Peel eggs, slice in half and in a medium sized bowl, add egg yolks. Place halved egg whites on paper towels to dry.

In the bowl with egg yolks, add listed ingredients beginning with mayo.Taste after each ingredient is added, adjust to your liking and spice level.

Mix until creamy, cover and set aside.

Cajun Shrimp

In medium-sized pan on medium/high heat, add olive oil. Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel.Add Ole Bay, stir until well coated.

Sauté shrimp until done (if raw) or until slightly charred.Half-way through cooking, add about 1 tsp of lemon juice to shrimp.

Plating Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs

Scoop egg mixture evenly into egg white cups and top with one Cajun shrimp.

Garnish with paprika and dill. Enjoy!