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Shrimp Cakes

Crispy Shrimp Cakes with Lively Lemon Aioli You’ll Love

Delightful crispy shrimp cakes served with a zesty lemon aioli, perfect for various occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cakes
  • 1 lb Shrimp Use fresh or thawed frozen shrimp for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Regular or gluten-free.
  • 1 large Egg Consider a flax egg for vegan option.
  • 2 scallions Green Onions Shallots or chives work well too.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced for elevated flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Brightness is key; lime can be swapped.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Adds fresh aroma.
For the Aioli
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Creamy base for the aioli.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Tangy depth; yellow mustard can substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for frying.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Method
 

How to Make Shrimp Cakes
  1. Finely chop shrimp and place in a mixing bowl.
  2. Combine chopped shrimp with breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shape the mixture into cakes, ensuring they are compact and even.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  5. Fry the shrimp cakes for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and zest until smooth for aioli.
  7. Serve shrimp cakes warm, topped with lemon aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley for added freshness.

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