Shrimp Cakes 

Shrimp cakes are a delightful seafood dish that combines the natural sweetness of shrimp with savory seasonings and a crispy exterior. They're versatile enough to serve as an appetizer, main course, or even a sandwich filling. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or preparing a weeknight meal, these shrimp cakes are sure to impress.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

For the Shrimp Cakes:

• 1 pound (450g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or whole wheat panko for a healthier option)

• 1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper

• 1/4 cup finely diced celery

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

• 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 1 large egg

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 3/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)

• Lemon wedges, for serving

• Optional: hot sauce, for serving

For the Spicy Mayo (Optional):

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise

• 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)

Directions

1. Prepare the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. Place them in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.

2. Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped shrimp with panko breadcrumbs, red bell pepper, celery, parsley, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, egg, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined.

3. Form Patties: Using your hands or a 1/3 cup measuring cup, shape the mixture into 8 patties.

4. Coat Patties: On a small plate, combine the remaining panko breadcrumbs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Gently press each patty into the breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly.

5. Cook Patties: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 patties to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside. Repeat with the remaining patties, adding the remaining tablespoon of olive oil as needed.

6. Prepare Spicy Mayo (Optional): In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise and sriracha sauce. Adjust the amount of sriracha to your desired spice level.

7. Serve: Place the shrimp cakes on a serving platter. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve with the spicy mayo on the side, if desired.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 265 kcal

• Protein: 24g

• Fat: 10.5g

  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g

• Carbohydrates: 15g

  • Dietary Fiber: 0.5g

  • Sugars: 2g

• Cholesterol: 183mg

• Sodium: 584mg

• Potassium: 122mg