Cajun Deviled Eggs with Shrimp
Elevate your appetizers with a Southern-inspired twist on a classic favorite – Cajun Deviled Eggs with Shrimp.
Ingredients
Eggs
- 6 eggs
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Green onions or chives for garnish
Shrimp
- 12 medium uncooked shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails off)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Place the eggs in a single layer in a saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool completely, then peel them. Slice eggs in half lengthwise and remove yolks. Set whites aside.
- Mash yolks with a fork in a small bowl. Stir in mayonnaise, mustard, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Set the filling aside while you prepare the shrimp.
Shrimp
- In a large skillet, add olive oil. Add the Cajun seasoning, stirring to combine.
- Spread the shrimp into an even layer in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Be careful not to overcook. Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the skillet.
Assembly
- Stuff or pipe egg yolk mixture into egg whites. Top each deviled egg with a Cajun shrimp.
- Sprinkle with green onions or chives. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.