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Take your deviled eggs to the next level with this bold and flavorful Cajun shrimp deviled eggs recipe! Creamy, tangy egg yolks get a spicy kick from Cajun seasoning and a touch of hot sauce, while tender, blackened shrimp take center stage. It’s a perfect appetizer for parties, holidays, or whenever you want to impress with minimal effort. These little bites of Southern charm are guaranteed to be the first to disappear, so make plenty!
Elevate your appetizer game with delicious Cajun shrimp deviled eggs. They’re perfectly spiced, easy to make, and your guests will love these flavorful bites.
Looking for more egg-citing recipes? You might also like Bloody Mary deviled eggs, these festive deviled eggs, or perhaps some baked eggs en cocotte.
Why You’ll Love It
A classic appetizer: This spicy new twist on classic deviled eggs is perfect for any occasion if you want to offer classic dishes everyone knows and loves.
So easy to make: After boiling the eggs, the yolk is combined with seasonings and then piped or spooned into the egg whites. Add a garnish and you’re done!
Gluten-free: There’s no gluten in here.
Deviled Eggs with Cajun Shrimp Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Eggs: You can’t make deviled eggs without these! I used large ones but you can use any size.
Mayonnaise: For the creamy egg yolk filling. Full-fat mayo is the tastiest.
Hot sauce: For a kick of spice.
Cajun seasoning: To add spice and flavor. (I love this brand!)
Dijon mustard: Also adds flavor to the Cajun deviled eggs.
Crumbled bacon: For a salty garnish (and tastes so good paired with shrimp).
Raw shrimp: Small shrimp are perfect for this recipe or you could cut medium sized shrimp in half. Peel and devein them before cooking.
Chives: An optional garnish.
How to Make Deviled Eggs with Shrimp
For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.
Prepare the eggs: Boil the eggs and then put the boiled eggs in a bowl of ice water to stop them cooking further (the secret to perfect hard boiled eggs!) Once cool enough to handle, remove the shells and cut the hard boiled eggs in half lengthwise.
Cook the shrimp: Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning and sear them in butter in a skillet until cooked through.
Make the deviled egg filling: Add the mayonnaise, egg yolks, Cajun seasoning, mustard, hot sauce, salt, and pepper to a bowl and mix until thoroughly combined. You can use a masher, a fork or an electric mixer.
Assemble the deviled eggs: Pipe or spoon the egg mixture into the egg white halves. Garnish with crumbled bacon, chives and/or more Cajun seasoning, then serve or keep refrigerated until serving.
Substitutions and Variations
Different seafood: Swap the small shrimp for small scallops, crawfish tails or crabmeat.
Another herb: Replaces the chives with dill, cilantro or parsley.
Make them vegetarian: Omit the shrimp and bacon.
Another spice: Swap the Cajun seasoning for Creole seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika and/or cayenne pepper. Old Bay seasoning is another idea.
Zest them up: Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Serving Suggestions
As an appetizer: Pair the deviled eggs with other appetizers, perhaps cowboy sliders or antipasto skewers.
As a side dish: Serve them with Cajun chicken pasta or chicken and sausage gumbo and cornbread.
As part of a salad: Deviled eggs can be the protein in a lemon parmesan salad or you can enjoy them alongside an iceberg wedge salad.
Drink pairing: You’ll find these deviled eggs Cajun shrimp bites pair with pretty much any drinks. (I love serving deviled eggs on a deviled egg platter!)
How to Store Shrimp Deviled Eggs
Store: Leftover Cajun shrimp deviled eggs can be stored in a single layer in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Freeze: Don’t freeze them as the filling doesn’t freeze well.
Top Tips
Pat the shrimp dry first: Ensure your shrimp are dry before adding the seasoning to achieve a nice sear. A paper towel works best for this.
Ice bath: Transfer the hot hard boiled eggs into ice water immediately after cooking to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.
No piping bag? Use a gallon-size Ziploc bag, snip the corner off with scissors and proceed to pipe the mixture into the egg whites.
Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs FAQs
You can use a hand mixer to mash the yolk mixture for a smooth filling, or just spoon it in if you want to.
Sure. Prepare the eggs and filling separately, assembling the deviled eggs just before serving.
You can serve them chilled or at room temperature, as you prefer.
Best Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs Recipe
Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs
Equipment
- Saucepan Large
- Skillet Large
- Hand Mixer or Potato Masher or Fork
- Pastry Bag or Ziploc Bag
Ingredients
- 24 raw shrimp, small, peeled and deveined
- 1 ½ Teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 12 eggs, large
- 1 Tablespoon butter
- ½ Cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 Teaspoons hot sauce
- ½ Teaspoon salt
- ½ Teaspoon black pepper
- ice water, as needed
Optional Garnishes:
- chives, finely chopped
- bacon, crumbled
- Cajun seasoning
Instructions
Boil the Eggs:
- Add the eggs to a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Place the pan over a medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 12 minutes.
- Immediately transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool.
- Gently tap the eggs on all sides and peel off the shells.
- Slice them in half lengthwise and remove the yolks to a medium bowl.
Cook the Shrimp:
- Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and season them with 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning, tossing to combine.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over a medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp and sear on each side for 1 or 2 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Remove the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
Assemble the Deviled Eggs:
- Add the mayonnaise, remaining ½ teaspoon of Cajun seasoning, the Dijon mustard, hot sauce, salt, and pepper to the bowl of egg yolks.
- Mash or blend the mixture until mostly smooth. You can use masher or fork, or a low-speed electric hand mixer for more creaminess and fluffiness.
- Transfer the egg mixture into a piping bag. Arrange the egg whites onto a serving platter and evenly pipe (or spoon) the egg mixture into each egg white.
Add the Garnishes:
- Garnish the Cajun shrimp deviled eggs with a sprinkle of Cajun seasoning, chives and crumbled bacon if liked.
- Top each deviled egg with a shrimp and then serve immediately or keep refrigerated until serving.
Notes
Ice bath: Transfer the hot hard boiled eggs into ice water immediately after cooking to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.
No piping bag? Use a gallon-size Ziploc bag, snip the corner off with scissors and proceed to pipe the mixture into the egg whites.
Nutrition
Looking for a way to elevate traditional deviled eggs? Try these Cajun shrimp deviled eggs – they’re easy to make and have so much big, bold flavor in every bite. You can make them ahead if you’re planning a buffet or a party. It’s easy to adjust how spicy (or mild) you want your deviled eggs to be. Once you taste how good these Cajun shrimp deviled eggs are, you’ll want to make them often.
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