Fried Deviled Eggs
Our Fried Deviled Eggs is an impressive snack or appetizer to serve your guests. We coated the egg whites in a panko mixture and then fried them. The result is a delicious crunchy twist on classic deviled eggs, and is always a crowd pleaser!
Servings: 12
Calories: 219kcal
Ingredients
- 12 large hardboiled eggs, peeled and halved lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup finely crushed butter crackers i.e. Ritz
- thinly sliced chives for garnish
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Carefully scoop egg yolks from the egg whites, into a mixing bowl and set whites aside.
- Add mayonnaise, relish and mustard to yolks and lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Mash together until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasonings, cover with plastic wrap and set aside.
- Set up an assembly line with the egg whites, flour in a shallow baking dish, eggs in a mixing bowl, and the panko and crushed crackers mixed together in another shallow baking dish.
- Dredge egg whites into the flour, eggs and finally the panko-cracker mixture, shaking off any excess after each addition. Repeat until all the egg whites have been breaded.
- Fill a tall pot with 2 inches oil and preheat to 350˚F.
- Carefully add egg whites to the pot, a few at a time, and fry on each side for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain fried whites onto a paper towel and lightly season with salt and pepper. Transfer whites to a cooling rack (to prevent them from getting soggy) and repeat until all have been fried.
- Scoop about 1-2 tablespoons of the yolk mixture into each well(or scoop mixture into a piping bag and pipe into the wells).
- Finish each egg with a sprinkle of chives and serve warm.
Notes
Fried Deviled Eggs in an Air Fryer
Spray each coated egg white half generously with cooking spray. Place into your air fryer at 380˚F for 4 to 5 minutes. Flip the eggs, and spray again with more cooking spray. Cook for another 4 to 5 minutes. They should have a nice golden brown color on both sides and should be crisp.
Fried Deviled Eggs in Oven
Preheat oven to 400˚F. Spray each coated egg white half generously with cooking spray. Place coated eggs onto a rimmed baking sheet, lined with a cooling rack. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned and crisp.
Fried Deviled Eggs without Panko
We like using panko breadcrumbs because they provide maximum crunch, but you can also use Italian bread crumbs or even finely crushed crackers or your choice. If you’re looking for something gluten-free, there are gluten-free panko breadcrumbs available!
Prep Ahead Instructions
- Hard boil, peel, and halve the eggs in preparation for this recipe up to 3 days in advance. Separate the yolks from whites and make filling. Store each in an airtight container in the refrigerator until you are ready to use.
- You can also prepare the eggs up until you fry them. Line a container with parchment and place coated egg whites in a single layer. Top whites with another layer of parchment and place in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Create an assembly line of your dredging station when you are ready to fry your eggs. This will help you stay organized.
- Use a slotted spoon or a large fork to transfer the eggs from one dish to another when dredging, to keep your hands clean.
- Make sure you shake off excess panko breadcrumbs so that the egg whites have a nice, thin and even coating for maximum crunch!
Nutrition
Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 218mg | Sodium: 213mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 328IU | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 2mg