Description
Deliciously crispy Air Fryer Fried Deviled Eggs combine the classic creamy deviled egg filling with a golden, crunchy exterior made using an air fryer. This innovative recipe elevates traditional deviled eggs by breading the egg whites and air frying them to perfection, making for a fun and flavorful appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
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For the Fried Egg Whites:
- 6 large hard boiled eggs, cold
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 2 large eggs (for dipping)
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dill pickle juice
- 1 teaspoon minced chives
- Dash of Tabasco Sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Smoked paprika for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Prepare the egg whites: Slice the hard boiled eggs in half and carefully remove the yolks. Place the yolks in a small bowl and set aside for the filling.
- Set up dredging stations: In one shallow dish, combine the flour and seasoned salt. In a second shallow dish, crack and whisk the raw eggs. In a third shallow dish, mix the panko bread crumbs with garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Coat the egg whites: Dip each egg white half first into the flour mixture, then the beaten eggs, and finally coat them thoroughly with the panko mixture.
- Prepare the air fryer basket: Spray the air fryer basket with oil spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the breaded egg whites cut side down in the basket and spritz them with additional oil spray to promote crisping.
- Air fry the egg whites: Cook at 400°F for 3 minutes. Flip the egg whites, spray again with oil, and air fry for an additional 3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Make the filling: While the egg whites cook, combine the reserved egg yolks with mayonnaise, dijon mustard, dill pickle juice, minced chives, and a dash of Tabasco sauce. Mash with a fork until smooth, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the deviled eggs: Once the fried egg whites are done, fill their centers with the prepared yolk mixture using a spoon or piping bag for a neat presentation.
- Finish and serve: Lightly sprinkle smoked paprika over the filled deviled eggs and serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are fully cooled before slicing and breading to prevent breaking.
- Use oil spray liberally to help achieve a crispy outer crust.
- Adjust seasoning in the filling according to taste, keeping in mind the salt in the breading.
- Serve immediately after filling to maintain crispiness; leftovers may lose the crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 deviled egg halves
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
