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Cajun Deviled Eggs

Cajun Deviled Eggs: A Spicy Comfort for Your Next Gathering

Cajun Deviled Eggs are a flavorful twist on a classic appetizer, perfect for gatherings with their creamy and zesty flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 56 minutes
Servings: 12 eggs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 70

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 12 large eggs
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 2 stalks green onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Hellman’s Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Creole Mustard (Zatarain's)
  • 1 teaspoon Slap Ya Mama Cajun Seasoning or other Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Crystal Hot Sauce to taste
For Garnishing
  • to taste additional Cajun seasoning
  • to taste fresh herbs such as parsley or dill

Equipment

  • pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil Eggs: Place 12 large eggs in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a rapid boil for 2 minutes, then remove from heat and let sit covered for 11 minutes.
  2. Cool and Shell: Transfer boiled eggs to a colander, run under warm water to cool slightly. Crack and roll eggs to loosen shells, then peel under cold running water.
  3. Prepare Filling: Slice eggs in half, remove yolks and mash with diced celery, green onion, mayonnaise, mustard, Cajun seasoning, and hot sauce until creamy.
  4. Chill: Cover the filling and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
  5. Fill Eggs: Remove the filling from the fridge and fill each egg white half generously with the mixture.
  6. Serve: Arrange on a platter, garnish with additional seasoning and fresh herbs, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 63mgVitamin A: 270IUCalcium: 24mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use eggs at least a week old for easier peeling. Adjust seasoning to your taste, and prepare filling a day in advance for convenience.

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