Deep Fried Deviled Eggs Recipe
Creamy yolks topped with bacon and hot sauce
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Ingredients
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Eggs
Filling
Breading
Topping
Method
Preparation of Eggs
- 1
Boil the Eggs
Place the large eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover the pot, remove it from heat, and let it sit for 12 minutes.
- 2
Cool and Peel
After 12 minutes, transfer the eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes to cool. Once cooled, gently tap each egg on a hard surface and peel under running water.
- 3
Slice and Remove Yolks
Slice each egg in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks into a mixing bowl. Place the egg whites on a serving platter.
Prepare the Filling
- 4
Mix Filling Ingredients
To the egg yolks, add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, paprika, and crumbled bacon. Mash together until smooth and well combined.
- 5
Fill the Egg Whites
Using a spoon or piping bag, fill the hollowed egg whites with the yolk mixture.
Breading and Frying
- 6
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate shallow dishes, place the all-purpose flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and bread crumbs in the third.
- 7
Bread the Eggs
Carefully dip each filled egg half first in flour, then in beaten eggs, and finally in bread crumbs, ensuring they are fully coated.
- 8
Heat Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 9
Fry the Eggs
Fry the breaded eggs in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.
