Description
Savory shrimp deviled eggs offer a luxurious twist on classic party appetizers. Creamy egg yolk filling combines with succulent seafood, creating an elegant bite that impresses guests and satisfies seafood cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved (whites and yolks separated)
- ⅓ pound (0.15 kg) 50/60 tail-off peeled and deveined raw shrimp
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tsps Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tsps Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsps chopped fresh chives and/or dill (for garnish)
- 1/8 tsp kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Roasting Shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil and Old Bay seasoning, then roast on a baking sheet at 400°F until opaque and internal temperature reaches 145°F. Set aside 12 whole shrimp for garnish and finely dice the remaining.
- Yolk Preparation: Pulverize egg yolks in a mixing bowl until silky smooth, then blend in mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create a luxurious base.
- Filling Assembly: Gently incorporate diced shrimp into the yolk mixture, ensuring an even distribution of seafood throughout the creamy filling.
- Egg Mounting: Elegantly pipe or spoon the shrimp-infused filling into egg white halves, creating impressive culinary peaks.
- Garnishing: Top each deviled egg with a pristine whole shrimp, then artfully sprinkle fresh chives and dill for a vibrant herbaceous finish.
- Serving: Present immediately to maintain optimal texture and temperature, allowing guests to savor the harmonious blend of creamy filling and succulent seafood.
Notes
- Maximize Shrimp Flavor: Roast shrimp with Old Bay seasoning to intensify seafood taste and create a deeper, more complex profile.
- Perfect Egg Texture: Thoroughly mash yolks until absolutely smooth to ensure a silky, luxurious filling without any lumps.
- Garnish with Precision: Use whole shrimp as a crowning glory, creating a stunning visual appeal that hints at the delicious filling inside.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy these deviled eggs right after preparation to maintain optimal temperature and prevent soggy egg whites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg