Fried Deviled Eggs with Panko Crisps Recipe
These Fried Deviled Eggs offer a crispy twist on the classic appetizer by coating traditional deviled eggs in a seasoned breadcrumb crust and cooking them via frying, air frying, or baking. Creamy, tangy filling pairs perfectly with a crunchy exterior, making this dish ideal for parties or an impressive snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 deviled egg halves
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Deviled Egg Filling
- 12 hard boiled eggs, peeled and halved lengthwise
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon green olive or dill pickle brine
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dredging & Frying
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- Neutral oil for frying (canola or vegetable)
Instructions
- Prepare Deviled Egg Filling: Carefully remove the yolks from the halved hard-boiled eggs and place them in a medium bowl. Mash the yolks with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, olive or pickle brine, dried dill, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Fill Egg Whites: Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg white halves, making sure each is well filled and shaped nicely.
- Set Up Dredging Station: In three separate shallow dishes, place the flour mixed with smoked paprika and kosher salt; beaten eggs mixed with Tabasco sauce; and panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat Deviled Eggs: Gently dredge each filled egg half first in the seasoned flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat them evenly with the panko breadcrumbs.
- Choose Cooking Method:
- For Deep Frying: Heat neutral oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the coated eggs in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- For Air Frying: Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the coated eggs with oil and air fry for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- For Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place coated eggs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, lightly spray with oil, and bake for 12-15 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Serve: Allow the fried deviled eggs to cool slightly and serve warm as a deliciously crunchy appetizer.
Notes
- You can customize the filling by adding a bit of chopped fresh herbs like chives or parsley.
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of Tabasco or add cayenne pepper to the dredging flour.
- Ensure eggs are cooled completely before peeling to maintain smooth halving.
- Use neutral oil with a high smoke point for frying to avoid burning flavors.
- Air frying or baking are healthier alternatives to deep frying but still yield great crispiness.
