Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOld Lady Gang Southern CuisineFried Deviled Eggs Recipe

Fried Deviled Eggs Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Egg Filling

Breading and Frying

Method

Prepare the Egg Filling

  1. 1

    Peel and Halve the Eggs

    Carefully peel the hard-boiled eggs and slice them in half lengthwise. Gently remove the yolks and place them in a mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Make the Filling

    To the bowl with the yolks, add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, paprika, and chives or green onions. Mash and mix until smooth and well combined.

  3. 3

    Fill the Egg Whites

    Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the hollowed-out egg whites. Set aside.

Breading and Frying

  1. 4

    Prepare Breading Station

    Set up a breading station: Place the flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and bread crumbs in a third bowl.

  2. 5

    Bread the Eggs

    Take each filled egg half, coat it in flour, dip it into the beaten eggs, and then roll it in the bread crumbs until evenly coated.

  3. 6

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of bread in; it should sizzle.

  4. 7

    Fry the Deviled Eggs

    Carefully place the breaded egg halves in the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.

  5. 8

    Serve

    Serve the fried deviled eggs warm, garnished with additional paprika or chives if desired.

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