Cajun Shrimp Burger
Dive into the bold, zesty flavors of a Cajun Shrimp Burger, a delightful seafood twist on the classic burger that’s guaranteed to impress. This recipe combines juicy, chopped shrimp with fragrant green onions, garlic, and a tantalizing blend of Cajun seasoning and paprika, creating perfectly tender patties with a kick of Southern-inspired spice. Lightly pan-fried to golden perfection and layered with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and creamy remoulade sauce, these shrimp burgers are nestled in toasted buns for a mouthwatering bite every time. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts. Serve with your favorite sides and let the bold flavors transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Louisiana!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 60 grams panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 large egg
- 2 stalks green onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 60 grams remoulade sauce (optional)
Instructions
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and roughly chop them into small pieces. Place half in a food processor and pulse until it forms a paste-like consistency. Transfer to a bowl.
Add the remaining chopped shrimp to the bowl along with the shrimp paste. Stir in the panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, chopped green onion, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty. Place the patties on a plate, cover, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm up.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the shrimp patties and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns in a separate skillet or toaster.
To assemble, spread a layer of remoulade sauce (if using) on the bottom half of each bun. Add a lettuce leaf, a cooked shrimp patty, a slice of tomato, and the top half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cajun Shrimp Burgers with your favorite side dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2161 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 105.9 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1120 mg | 373% | |
| Sodium | 5130 mg | 223% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.6 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 140.3 g | 281% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 586 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2029 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
