Simple Shrimp Cakes With Fresh Lemon Aioli
A delightful dish combining shrimp cakes with a zesty lemon aioli, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
- Knife
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp Peeled and deveined, fresh or frozen.
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs Panko or regular breadcrumbs.
- 1 large Egg Beaten lightly before adding.
- 2 Green Onions Finely chopped.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped.
- 1 clove Garlic Minced.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise For the aioli.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For cooking.
- Salt and Pepper To taste.
Instructions
- Thaw shrimp if frozen and pat dry.
- Chop shrimp coarsely in a mixing bowl.
- Add breadcrumbs to the bowl and mix.
- Crack the egg into the mixture and mix well.
- Add chopped green onions and parsley to the bowl.
- Add minced garlic and mix thoroughly.
- Add lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix all ingredients until well combined.
- Form the mixture into patties.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Prepare the aioli by mixing mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and salt.
- Transfer cooked shrimp cakes to paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve warm with fresh lemon aioli.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days.