Spicy Bayou Deviled Eggs
A Southern twist on classic deviled eggs, these Spicy Bayou Deviled Eggs feature a crispy fried coating and a bold, Cajun-spiced yolk filling. Perfect for parties, Mardi Gras, or a flavorful appetizer with a kick.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved lengthwise
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1½ tbsp dill pickle relish
- 2 tsp yellow mustard
- 1–1½ tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2–3 dashes hot sauce
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 2½ tsp gumbo file powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Canola oil, for frying
Instructions
- Slice hard-boiled eggs in half lengthwise and remove yolks to a bowl.
- Add mayonnaise, relish, mustard, Cajun seasoning, and hot sauce to yolks. Mix until smooth. Refrigerate.
- In a bowl, mix Panko breadcrumbs, gumbo file powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat egg whites in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and dredge in breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat canola oil in a pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry egg whites in batches for about 2 minutes per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
- Pipe yolk mixture into each fried egg white half.
- Garnish with smoked paprika or chopped green onions. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use Tony Chachere’s Creole Seasoning for an authentic Cajun flavor.
- Maintain oil temperature for consistent frying results.
- Garnish with fresh herbs for added color and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg half
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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