Simple Shrimp Cakes
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Simple Shrimp Cakes are a perfect blend of fresh, succulent shrimp and bold flavors. Made with panko breadcrumbs, bright green onions, zesty lemon, and a hint of garlic and paprika, these golden patties come together in just 25 minutes, making them ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. The recipe includes a quick and easy pan-frying technique, ensuring the shrimp cakes are perfectly cooked with a satisfying crunch. Serve them warm with a squeeze of lemon, your favorite dipping sauce, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or light main course. These shrimp cakes are a seafood lover's dream, packed with protein and bursting with flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 120 grams panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 30 grams mayonnaise
- 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
- 15 grams fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 60 milliliters vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
1. Finely chop the raw shrimp or pulse them in a food processor until a coarse paste forms. Be careful not to over-process; some small chunks of shrimp should remain for texture.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, panko breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, green onions, parsley, minced garlic, lemon zest, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Mix everything thoroughly until it forms a cohesive mixture.
4. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 2 cm thick.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
6. Carefully add the shrimp cakes to the pan, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through.
7. Remove the shrimp cakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
8. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, or alongside a crisp salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.1 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 262 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 677 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.3 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 433 mg | 9% | |
*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.
