Fried Deviled Eggs

Elevate your appetizer game with these delicious crispy fried deviled eggs. They’re perfect for any party or gathering, offering so much incredible flavor in every bite.

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Why You’ll Love It           

A fun twist on a classic: Level up your snack game with these crispy deviled eggs. The egg whites are fried with a crunchy panko coating while the yolk mixture boasts plenty of flavor.
Simple to prepare: The egg whites are coated and fried and the egg yolks are flavored with tasty ingredients and piped or spooned into the fried egg whites for an easy appetizer or snack.
Great for a crowd: Serve these up if you’re expecting guests and you’ll see they disappear fast! Crispy fried deviled eggs are a great party food.

Deep Fried Deviled Egg Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Eggs: I used large eggs. It doesn’t matter much which size of egg you use although if you only have small ones you might want to reduce the amount of filling ingredients slightly.
Pickled jalapenos: These add a touch of heat without making the deviled eggs too spicy.
Dijon mustard: Adds a tasty tang to the yolk mixture.
Mayonnaise: Makes the filling rich and creamy. I used full-fat mayonnaise for mine.
Cajun seasoning: Adds plenty of Southern flavor and a little heat.
Panko breadcrumbs: For a crispy coating.
Oil: For frying the egg whites. You can use anything you like – canola oil, peanut oil or vegetable oil perhaps.

How to Make Crispy Deviled Eggs

For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Boil and prepare the eggs: Hard boil your eggs and slice each one in half lengthwise. Put the egg yolks in a medium bowl and put the egg white halves on a serving platter.
Make the filling: Mash pickled jalapenos (and some of the juice), mustard, mayonnaise, kosher salt, black pepper, and Cajun seasoning with the egg yolks until smooth and creamy.
Set up a breading station: Put the flour in one shallow bowl, the flour in a second bowl and the panko breadcrumbs mixed with salt and Cajun seasoning in a third bowl.
Coat and fry the egg whites: Dip each egg white half in flour and then in beaten egg and finally in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture. Fry in hot oil in a heavy bottomed pot or large Dutch oven until golden brown and crispy, in batches if needed.
Drain off excess oil and cool slightly: Use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs to a paper towel lined plate to drain off excess grease. Let them to cool slightly.
Fill the egg whites: Pipe some egg yolk mixture into each egg white half with a piping bag or spoon it in.
Garnish and serve: Garnish with Cajun seasoning, chopped chives and/or jalapeno slices, if liked, and serve.

Substitutions and Variations

Gluten-free option: If you want a gluten-free version, use gluten-free panko.
Extra-spicy: Add more spice to the egg yolk mixture with a dash of hot sauce or some red pepper flakes.
Chives: Replace the chives with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Add cheese: Top with blue cheese crumbles, freshly grated parmesan cheese or feta cheese.
More garnishes: Garnish with chopped crispy bacon or small shrimp.

Serving Suggestions

With dipping sauce: Spicy mayonnaise, chipotle ranch, honey mustard, or garlic aioli would be good.
As part of a meal: Pair fried deviled eggs with chicken and sausage gumbo for a Southern-inspired meal.
With salad: Enjoy them with an antipasto salad or pair them with smashed potato salad or Hawaiian macaroni salad.
With a cocktail: Caesar cocktails or watermelon jalapeno margaritas would be so good with these!

How to Store Fried Deviled Eggs

Store: Fried deviled eggs are best served immediately, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Freeze: They aren’t freezer-friendly due to the egg white texture and the mayo-based filling.