Bold, Spicy, and Delicious Cajun Deviled Eggs with Shrimp

Think you’ve tried every version of deviled eggs? Think again. These Cajun Deviled Eggs with Shrimp take the classic to the next level—creamy, zesty yolk filling with a kick of heat, topped with juicy Cajun shrimp and a pop of fresh jalapeño.

They’re fun, flavorful, and guaranteed to be the first appetizer gone at your next party or holiday spread.

Ingredients

• 10 boiled eggs (peeled)
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (like Frank’s)
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (plus 1 teaspoon for yolk filling)
• ¼ teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
• 20 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Pickled jalapeño slices (or 1 fresh jalapeño, seeds removed)
• Fresh chives, for garnish
• Lemon wedges, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prep the eggs. Slice eggs in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out yolks into a bowl.

3. Make filling. Mash yolks with a fork. Mix with mayonnaise, Dijon, hot sauce, sugar, and 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning until smooth. Chill for 1–2 hours to let flavors meld.

4. Cook shrimp. Season shrimp with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet (cast iron works great) and cook shrimp 2 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Let cool.

5. Assemble. Fill a piping bag (or Ziploc with corner cut) with yolk mixture. Pipe filling into egg white halves.

6. Top. Add one shrimp, a jalapeño slice, and sprinkle fresh chives on each egg.

7. Serve. Arrange on platter with lemon wedges. Serve immediately or chill up to 2 hours.

Pro Tips

• Perfectly boiled eggs: Place in cold water, bring to a boil, turn off heat, and let sit for 10 minutes before peeling.
• Adjust the heat: More hot sauce = spicier kick. Skip the jalapeño if you want it milder.
• Make-ahead: Prep the filling and shrimp separately, then assemble just before serving.

Cajun Deviled Eggs with Shrimp

A bold twist on the classic! These Cajun Deviled Eggs are filled with a creamy, spicy yolk mixture and topped with juicy shrimp, jalapeño, and fresh chives. Perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever you want to spice things up.

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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 10 boiled eggs peeled
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning plus 1 teaspoon for yolk mixture
• ¼ teaspoon granulated sugar optional
• 20 medium shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Pickled jalapeño slices or 1 fresh jalapeño, seeds removed
• Fresh chives for garnish
• Lemon wedges for garnish

Method

 

1. Slice boiled eggs in half lengthwise. Scoop yolks into a bowl.
2. Mash yolks with a fork. Mix in mayonnaise, Dijon, hot sauce, sugar, and 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning until smooth. Chill filling for 1–2 hours.
3. Season shrimp with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in skillet. Cook shrimp 2 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Let cool.
4. Pipe yolk mixture into egg white halves using a piping bag or Ziploc with corner cut.
5. Top each egg with one shrimp, a slice of jalapeño, and a sprinkle of fresh chives.
6. Arrange on platter with lemon wedges. Serve immediately or chill for up to 2 hours.

Notes

• For perfectly boiled eggs, start them in cold water, bring to boil, turn off heat, and let sit for 10 minutes.
• Adjust the spice by adding more hot sauce or jalapeño slices.
• Best enjoyed fresh but can be made 2 hours ahead and chilled.

 

✨ These Cajun Deviled Eggs with Shrimp are the bold, Southern-inspired appetizer that will steal the show. Creamy, spicy, and topped with tender shrimp—they’re a bite-sized flavor bomb!