Description
A twist on the classic deviled eggs, these Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs are packed with bold flavors! Creamy egg yolk filling is enhanced with a kick of Cajun seasoning, topped with succulent shrimp for a perfect appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
- 1/2 lb (225 g) cooked shrimp, peeled and chopped
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Slice the hard-boiled eggs in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks.
- In a bowl, mash the yolks with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the chopped shrimp.
- Spoon or pipe the mixture back into the egg whites.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chives and an extra sprinkle of Cajun seasoning or paprika if desired.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
- You can use either pre-cooked shrimp or cook your own. Just make sure they are chopped into bite-sized pieces.
- For extra flavor, you can add a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the filling.
- These deviled eggs are best served immediately, but you can refrigerate them for a few hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg half
- Calories: 105 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg