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Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli

Crispy Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli for a Touch of Gourmet

Delight in the ocean-fresh flavors of these Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli, perfect for appetizers or quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp Cakes
  • 1 lb Shrimp Fresh or raw for best flavor
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko preferred for extra crispiness
  • 1 large Egg Acts as binder
  • 2 scallions Green Onions Sliced; can substitute with shallots
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Zest Fresh for vibrant flavor
  • to taste Salt Adjust to preference
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to preference
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil For frying; vegetable oil can be used
Lemon Aioli
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Consider low-fat option
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Adjust according to preference
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • to taste Salt Adjust to preference
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to preference

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Peel and devein the shrimp, then chop into small pieces.
  2. Combine shrimp, breadcrumbs, eggs, green onions, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch thick patties and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Refrigerate patties for 30 minutes.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the patties for 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Mix mayo, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the lemon aioli.
  7. Serve shrimp cakes with lemon aioli on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These shrimp cakes can be customized with different herbs or spices. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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