Description
Fried Shrimp Deviled Eggs are a scrumptious twist on the classic appetizer, merging creamy yolk filling with crispy fried shrimp for a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. These elegant yet easy-to-make treats are perfect for parties, picnics, or any special gathering, guaranteeing to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (for dredging)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Boil the eggs: Place the eggs in cold water, bring to a boil, cover, and let sit for 12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath.
- Prepare the shrimp: Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko.
- Fry the shrimp: Heat oil to 350°F in a pan. Fry shrimp until golden brown on both sides (about 2 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Make the filling: Peel cooled eggs, halve lengthwise, and scoop out yolks into a bowl. Mix yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble the deviled eggs: Fill egg whites with the yolk mixture and top with fried shrimp. Garnish with extra paprika if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 deviled egg half (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 145mg