Wonderful Crab-Stuffed Deviled Eggs Recipe
These Wonderful Crab-Stuffed Deviled Eggs elevate the classic deviled egg by incorporating fresh lump crab meat, seasoned with Old Bay and Dijon mustard for a flavorful and elegant appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 egg halves 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Filling
- 4 ounces lump crab meat, drained and picked over for shells
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
- Paprika, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Eggs: Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, immediately remove from heat, cover, and let stand 10-12 minutes.
- Cool and Peel: Drain hot water and transfer eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes to stop cooking. Carefully peel the cooled eggs to avoid breaking the whites.
- Prepare Egg Whites and Yolks: Slice each egg in half lengthwise. Gently scoop out the yolks into a small bowl, placing the egg white halves on a serving platter.
- Mash Yolks: Mash the yolks with a fork until smooth to create a creamy base for the filling.
- Mix Filling: Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to the mashed yolks. Mix well until creamy and combined.
- Fold in Crab Meat: Gently fold in the lump crab meat, taking care not to break it up, maintaining the texture and chunks of crab.
- Stuff Egg Whites: Spoon or pipe the crab yolk mixture back into the egg white halves evenly.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with finely chopped fresh chives and paprika for color and added flavor. Serve chilled for best taste.
Notes
- For easier peeling, use eggs that are a few days old, not super fresh.
- Ensure crab meat is well-drained to prevent a watery filling.
- Adjust seasonings such as salt, pepper, and Old Bay to your personal taste.
- These deviled eggs are best served chilled and fresh.
Keywords: deviled eggs, crab stuffed eggs, appetizer, seafood appetizer, Old Bay seasoning, American recipe, party food
