Fried Deviled Eggs Recipe with Jalapeño and Bacon
Our fried deviled eggs are an upgrade to your basic deviled egg recipe, made with egg whites fried in panko breadcrumbs, crispy bacon, and fresh jalapeño.
Servings: 12
Calories: 123kcal
Ingredients
- 6 boiled eggs peeled
- 1 jalapeño stemmed, seeded, minced, divided
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ¼ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt divided
- ¾ teaspoon Cajun seasoning divided, plus more for garnish
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour for dredging
- 1 egg beaten (for dredging)
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying vegetable or canola oil
- 2 strips bacon cooked, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: Slice each hard-boiled egg in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the yolks and place them in a medium bowl. Set the egg whites aside on a serving platter.
- Make the Filling: Mash yolks with a fork until they reach a fine crumbly texture. Add 2 teaspoons minced jalapeño, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon Cajun seasoning, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper to the mashed yolks. If using any other type or brand of salt, start with ⅛ teaspoon and adjust to taste. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Bread the Egg Whites: Prepare your breading station with three separate bowls for dredging: one small bowl with flour, one with the beaten egg, and a third bowl with panko breadcrumbs. Add 1 teaspoon kosher salt and ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning to the panko breadcrumbs and stir. Dip each cooked egg white half first in flour, then in the beaten egg, and finally in the seasoned panko breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well-coated at each step.
- Fry the Egg Whites: Heat about 1-2 inches of oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Carefully lower the breaded egg whites into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried egg whites and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Fill the Fried Egg Whites: Once the fried egg whites have cooled slightly, use a spoon or piping bag to evenly distribute the yolk mixture into the hollows of the fried egg whites.
- Garnish: Lightly sprinkle the Cajun seasoning over the filled eggs. Top with the remaining minced jalapeño and chopped bacon for garnish.
- Serve: Arrange the deviled eggs on a serving platter and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 363mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 228IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
