Spicy Shrimp Avocado Deviled Eggs: 7 Reasons They're a Hit!
Discover the exciting twist on traditional deviled eggs with these Spicy Shrimp Avocado Deviled Eggs, perfect for any gathering!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 large eggs
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablepsoon sriracha Adjust to taste
- 1 large avocado Mashed
- 0.5 tablespoon lime juice Freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground
- 1 pound small shrimp Peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.2 cup cilantro Chopped
- pinch paprika For garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and then remove from heat. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop cooking. Peel once cooled.
- Slice the hard-boiled eggs in half. Remove yolks and place in a bowl.
- Mix egg yolks with mayonnaise, sriracha, mashed avocado, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning and sauté in olive oil until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Fill egg whites with yolk mixture using a piping bag, then top each with a shrimp.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and a sprinkle of paprika.
Notes
For a milder flavor, reduce the sriracha in the yolk mixture.