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Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs

Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs: A Flavor-Packed Party Delight

This Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs recipe transforms a classic appetizer into a zesty, gluten-free dish that’s perfect for parties.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 6 eggs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 6 large Eggs hard-boiled
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce adjust to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper reduce or omit for milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar optional
For the Shrimp Topping
  • 1/2 pound Medium Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for searing
For the Garnish
  • 1 Jalapeño thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives chopped
  • 1 lemon Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing 6 large eggs in a saucepan and covering them with cold water, about 1 inch above the eggs. Bring the water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let it sit for 12 minutes. Afterward, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool completely.
  2. Once the eggs are cooled, gently crack the shells and peel them under running water for an easier removal. Slice each egg in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks, placing them into a mixing bowl.
  3. In the bowl with the yolks, add 1/4 cup of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of hot sauce, and a sprinkle of smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mash together until smooth and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. While the filling chills, toss 1/2 pound of medium shrimp with remaining spices. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until slightly blackened. Let cool.
  5. Once the shrimp have cooled and your filling is ready, pipe or spoon the yolk mixture into each egg white. Top each with a seared shrimp and a thin slice of jalapeño and sprinkle with fresh chopped chives.
  6. Arrange the Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs on a platter and serve with fresh lemon wedges to squeeze on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For better peeling, add 1 teaspoon of baking soda to the cooking water. Chill the filling for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors. Cook extra shrimp for testing seasoning before serving.

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