Description
Tasty Shrimp Cakes bring coastal flavors straight to your dinner table with minimal fuss and maximum flavor. Crispy outside and tender inside, these delightful seafood patties blend succulent shrimp, herbs, and a zesty kick that makes weeknight meals feel like a special treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 14 cup (25g) panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 14 cup (30g) finely diced red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions, finely sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings:
- 12 teaspoon paprika
- 14 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt
- Black pepper
Cooking Ingredient:
- 12 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Grab 1 lb (450g) raw shrimp and chop them into small, uneven pieces. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels to ensure maximum crispiness.
- Mix the chopped shrimp with 1 large egg, ¼ cup (25g) panko breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 2 minced garlic cloves, ¼ cup (30g) diced red bell pepper, 2 tablespoons green onions, 2 tablespoons parsley, ½ teaspoon paprika, and ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper. Blend ingredients gently, adding extra breadcrumbs if the mixture feels too wet.
- Form 8 uniform patties with your hands, pressing them to about ½-inch thickness. Make sure each cake is compact and holds together well.
- Refrigerate the shrimp cakes for 15-20 minutes to help them maintain their shape during cooking.
- Heat ½ tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (375°F/190°C). Carefully place shrimp cakes in the pan, cooking 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a golden-brown crust and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Transfer cooked cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Always pat shrimp completely dry to ensure crispy texture and prevent soggy cakes.
- Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes for extra heat if seasoning feels mild.
- Chilling the formed patties helps them hold together better during cooking and creates a crispier exterior.
- For a gluten-free version, swap panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour to maintain the same binding and texture.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Shrimp
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 248 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg