Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs – A Southern Twist That Steals the Show!
These aren’t your average deviled eggs. Creamy, smoky, and topped with perfectly seasoned shrimp, this recipe takes your appetizer game to a whole new level. Whether it’s a party, picnic, or holiday spread, they disappear in minutes!
Back home in Louisiana, my aunt used to make a version of these for Sunday dinners. The bold Cajun flavors paired with the creaminess of the yolk mixture always had everyone reaching for seconds. Now I add a little shrimp flair, and it’s even better!
Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- ½ cup small cooked shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp Cajun seasoning (plus extra for garnish)
- ½ tsp lemon juice
- Pinch of garlic powder
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
- Optional: dash of hot sauce
Instructions:
- Boil eggs for 10–12 minutes. Cool, peel, and slice in half. Remove yolks to a bowl.
- Mash yolks with mayo, mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning. Mix until smooth.
- Dice half the shrimp and stir into yolk mixture. Add hot sauce if desired.
- Spoon or pipe filling into egg whites.
- Top each with a shrimp, sprinkle with extra Cajun seasoning and herbs.
- Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts (Per Egg Half)
| Calories | 65 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 4.5 g |
| Carbs | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 95 mg |
Printable Recipe Summary
| Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs | |
|---|---|
| Ingredients | Eggs, shrimp, mayo, mustard, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice |
| Instructions | Boil eggs, mash yolks with filling, add shrimp, fill, and garnish |
FAQs
Q: Can I make these ahead?
Yes! You can prep the filling a day in advance and fill the eggs a few hours before serving.
Q: What if I don’t like shrimp?
Try crab meat or omit the seafood for a spicy classic version.
Q: Can I make them spicier?
Add hot sauce, extra Cajun seasoning, or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Q: Are these keto-friendly?
Yes, they’re low in carbs and high in protein—perfect for keto lovers!
