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Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli

Crispy Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli You’ll Crave Daily

Discover how to make Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli that combine crispy textures with zesty flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp Cakes
  • 1 pound Fresh Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs (Panko) can substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1 large Egg or flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 stalks Green Onions chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning or Cajun/Creole seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
  • as needed Oil (for frying) olive oil or vegetable oil
For the Lemon Aioli
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice can add zest for more flavor
  • to taste Salt

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • medium bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Combine the shrimp, panko breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, mustard, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix until cohesive.
  2. Shape the mixture into 2-3 inch patties and chill for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Whisk together mayo, garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the shrimp cakes for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Serve warm with lemon aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh shrimp for best results. Adjust consistency of the mixture as needed and ensure oil is hot enough for frying.

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