Crispy Shrimp Cakes with Zesty Lemon Aioli
Crispy Shrimp Cakes with Zesty Lemon Aioli are a delightful culinary treat that transports you to sun-soaked beaches with every bite. These golden, tender cakes, packed with fresh shrimp and a hint of lemon zest, are perfectly complemented by a creamy, tangy aioli sauce. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, they bring flavors of summer to your table year-round.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Chop the shrimp finely and mix with breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl until combined.
- Shape the mixture into small patties (about 1 inch thick) and place them on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the patties in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook each patty for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- For the aioli, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg