Seafood Delight Deviled Eggs
Dive into a delightful twist on traditional deviled eggs with our Seafood Delight Deviled Eggs! Crafted with rich crabmeat and succulent boiled salmon, these creamy bites bring together the best of the ocean for a perfect snack or lunch option. With crispy bacon bits and a zesty kick from sweet relish, this recipe is an unforgettable treat that can be customized with whatever ingredients you have on hand. Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or any time you crave a tasty bite, these deviled eggs are sure to impress your family and friends!
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Hard-boiled jumbo eggs
8 (hard-boiled)
Crabmeat
6 ounces (cooked and drained)
Boiled salmon
4 ounces (cooked and flaked)
Bacon
5 slices or 1/4 cup (cooked and crumbled)
Miracle Whip light
3 tablespoons (none)
Sweet relish
2 tablespoons (none)
Salt
to taste (none)
Pepper
to taste (none)
Paprika
for garnish (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by boiling the jumbo eggs for about 10-12 minutes. Once cooked, immediately cool them in cold water with ice cubes for quicker cooling.
2
In a pan, fry the bacon until crispy or microwave it. Once cooked, crumble it into small bits.
3
Cook the salmon steak until thoroughly done. Remove the skin and flake the meat into a mixing bowl.
4
Add the cooked crabmeat and crumbled bacon to the bowl with flaked salmon.
5
Peel the cooled hard-boiled eggs and slice them in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the yolks and add them to the mixing bowl.
6
To the yolk mixture, add the Miracle Whip and sweet relish. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
7
Using a fork, mash and combine all the ingredients until creamy and well-blended. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
8
Using a spoon, fill each egg half with the delicious seafood mixture, mounding it slightly on top.
9
For the finishing touch, sprinkle with paprika for color and flavor. Place the filled eggs in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to chill before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Seafood Delight Deviled Eggs?
They are a unique twist on traditional deviled eggs featuring crabmeat, boiled salmon, crispy bacon, and sweet relish.
What kind of seafood is used in this recipe?
This recipe uses 6 ounces of cooked crabmeat and 4 ounces of cooked and flaked boiled salmon.
How many eggs do I need to make this?
The recipe requires 8 hard-boiled jumbo eggs.
How long should I boil the eggs?
You should boil the jumbo eggs for approximately 10 to 12 minutes.
How do I cool the eggs quickly?
Immediately place the eggs in cold water with ice cubes after boiling for quicker cooling.
What type of bacon should I use?
You can use 5 slices or 1/4 cup of bacon, fried until crispy or microwaved.
How do I prepare the salmon for the filling?
Cook the salmon steak until done, remove the skin, and flake the meat into a mixing bowl.
What is the creamy base for the filling?
The filling uses 3 tablespoons of Miracle Whip light combined with the egg yolks.
What adds a zesty flavor to the eggs?
2 tablespoons of sweet relish are added to provide a zesty kick.
How should I season the seafood mixture?
Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
What is the best way to combine the filling ingredients?
Use a fork to mash and combine all ingredients until the mixture is creamy and well-blended.
How do I fill the egg halves?
Use a spoon to fill each egg half, mounding the seafood mixture slightly on top.
What garnish is used for these deviled eggs?
Sprinkle the finished eggs with paprika for color and extra flavor.
How long should the eggs chill before serving?
The eggs should be refrigerated for at least 1 hour before serving.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to serve 8 people.
Are these eggs suitable for parties?
Yes, they are perfect for gatherings, picnics, and as party food.
Can I customize this recipe?
Yes, the recipe is described as unforgettable and can be customized with whatever ingredients you have on hand.
Should the crabmeat be drained?
Yes, the 6 ounces of crabmeat should be cooked and drained before adding it to the bowl.
Can I use a microwave for the bacon?
Yes, you can either fry the bacon in a pan or microwave it until it is crispy.
What size eggs are recommended?
The recipe specifically calls for jumbo-sized eggs.
Do I need to remove the salmon skin?
Yes, once the salmon steak is cooked, remove the skin before flaking the meat.
What is the texture of the filling?
The filling is creamy and rich, featuring mashed yolks, Miracle Whip, and seafood bits.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe suitable for snacks or lunch.
Can these be served as a lunch option?
Absolutely, they are suggested as a great snack or lunch option.
How many ingredients are in the recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total, including the garnish and seasonings.
What tools do I need for the filling?
A mixing bowl, a fork for mashing, and a spoon for filling the eggs are needed.
Should the eggs be sliced lengthwise?
Yes, peel the hard-boiled eggs and slice them in half lengthwise.
Is Miracle Whip better than mayo for this?
The recipe specifically calls for Miracle Whip light to achieve its intended flavor profile.
What tags are associated with this dish?
Tags include deviled eggs, seafood, crabmeat, salmon, and bacon.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, since they require at least an hour of chilling, they are great for preparing in advance.