Description
Delight in the crispy goodness of Panko-Crusted Shrimp Cakes with a zesty Two-Citrus Aioli. These flavorful seafood patties are perfect for appetizers or a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the shrimp cakes:
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs plus extra for coating
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
For the two-citrus aioli:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, prepare the shrimp cakes: Combine shrimp, panko, mayonnaise, egg, green onions, parsley, Dijon mustard, Old Bay, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Shape into patties and coat with panko. Fry until golden brown.
- Make the two-citrus aioli: Whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, orange juice, lemon zest, orange zest, salt, and pepper. Chill and serve with the shrimp cakes.
Notes
- Shrimp cakes can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- For extra crispiness, opt for Japanese-style panko breadcrumbs.
- Enjoy as an appetizer or atop a salad for a light meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American, Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 shrimp cakes with aioli
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 135mg