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Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli

Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli

Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli are a delightful seafood dish that combines crispy, golden-brown patties filled with tender shrimp and fresh herbs, served with a zesty lemon aioli. Perfect for any occasion, these shrimp cakes are quick to prepare and bursting with flavor.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb shrimp (peeled, deveined, and roughly chopped)
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, parsley, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into four patties about 1 inch thick.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Drain on paper towels before serving with lemon aioli.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer/Main dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 260mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider mixing in different herbs like cilantro or dill. Chill the formed patties for about 15 minutes before cooking to help them hold their shape. Serve with various dipping sauces for an extra kick.