Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs
Ingredients:
- 1 dozen Eggs
- 2 dozen Fresh Shrimp (medium-sized)
- 1 tsp Cooking Oil
- 1/2 small Lemon
- 2-3 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1/2-1 tbsp Hot Sauce (depending on spice level)
- 1 tbsp Sweet Relish
- 1-2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning + 2 tsp (for Cajun shrimp)
- 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
- 2 tbsp Fresh Chopped Dill + 2 tsp (for garnish)
- Salt and Pepper To Taste
Directions:
Perfect Boiled Eggs:
- Gently place eggs in a shallow pot.
- Fill with water covering eggs and once eggs begin to boil, turn off heat and cover for 15-20 minutes.
Cajun Egg Filling:
- Peel eggs, slice in half, and in a medium-sized bowl, add egg yolks. Place halved egg whites on paper towels to dry.
- In the bowl with egg yolks, add listed ingredients beginning with mayo. Taste after each ingredient is added, adjust to your liking and spice level.
- Mix until creamy, cover, and set aside.
Cajun Shrimp:
- In a medium-sized pan on medium/high heat, add olive oil. Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel. Add Old Bay seasoning, stir until well coated.
- Sauté shrimp until done (if raw) or until slightly charred. Half-way through cooking, add about 1 tsp of lemon juice to shrimp.
Plating Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs:
- Scoop egg mixture evenly into egg white cups and top with one Cajun shrimp.
- Garnish with paprika and dill.
- Enjoy the delicious Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs!