Description
Creamy bayou-style deviled eggs pack a zesty punch of Louisiana flavor, turning classic appetizers into a spicy celebration. Southern comfort meets bold seasoning, inviting guests to savor each delectable bite of this irresistible party favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 hard-boiled eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
Filling Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 1–1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
Seasoning and Spices:
- 2–3 dashes hot sauce
- 2 1/2 teaspoons gumbo file powder
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Extract egg yolks into a medium bowl, blending smoothly with mayonnaise, relish, mustard, Cajun seasoning, and hot sauce. Refrigerate mixture until preparation time.
- Create a crispy coating by combining Panko breadcrumbs, gumbo file powder, salt, and pepper in a separate mixing bowl.
- Prepare egg whites for frying by lightly dusting with flour, dipping in beaten eggs, then thoroughly coating with seasoned breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat canola oil in a heavy pot to 350°F, ensuring oil depth reaches 2-3 inches.
- Carefully fry egg whites in small batches of 4, cooking approximately 2 minutes per side until achieving a golden, crisp exterior. Transfer fried whites to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Once cooled, delicately pipe the reserved creamy yolk mixture into each crispy fried egg white.
- Garnish with a light sprinkle of smoked paprika and serve immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- Master egg frying by maintaining consistent oil temperature around 350°F to ensure golden, crispy exterior without burning.
- Prevent breading from falling off by patting egg whites dry before coating, ensuring flour, egg wash, and breadcrumbs adhere perfectly.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting Cajun seasoning and hot sauce quantities to match personal heat preferences.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting Panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like crushed pork rinds or almond flour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg