Shrimp Cakes Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
13 mins
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Servings
12 shrimp
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Calories
247 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
North American
Shrimp Cakes Recipe
Description
Shrimp Cakes Recipe uses peeled, chopped raw shrimp mixed with almond flour, chives, red pepper, egg, salt, and pepper to create patties ready for pan-frying. The shrimp cakes develop a golden crust when fried in neutral cooking oil over medium heat. Accompanying them is a homemade lemon aioli made by combining mayonnaise with fresh lemon zest, lemon juice, and finely minced garlic, offering a tangy and garlicky complement. This recipe yields 12 patties, ideal for sharing or serving as an appetizer or light meal component.
The mixture is shaped carefully to hold together during frying, and cooking in batches ensures even browning. Serving the shrimp cakes immediately maintains their crispness and tender center. The lemon aioli adds moisture and citrus flavor that balances the savory shrimp cakes. The almond flour provides a grain-free binder that contrasts with the shrimp texture.
These shrimp cakes can be paired with simple sides like salad or steamed vegetables to complete the meal, or served as finger food with aioli for dipping. The combination of fresh herbs and red pepper contributes mild color and flavor accents without overpowering the shrimp.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp chopped, peeled, raw
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup chives chopped
- ¼ cup red pepper chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
Lemon Aioli
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- lemon zest from 1 lemon and 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
Instructions
- Start by mixing the lemon aioli ingredients in a small bowl.
- Add the chopped shrimp, almond flour, chives, red pepper, salt, pepper, and egg to a large bowl and mix well. Form the shrimp into 12 patties and place them on a baking sheet or cutting board.
- Heat the oil in a large, nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Add the shrimp cakes (working in batches, if needed) and cook them for 4 minutes on each side.
- Serve them right away with some lemon aioli on the side.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12shrimp
Amount Per Serving
Calories 247 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3 shrimp cakes + 1 tablespoon of aioli | |
| Calories | 247kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 192mg | 64% |
| Sodium | 1055mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 184mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 682IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 103mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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