Lemon Shrimp Cakes

 Lemon Shrimp Cakes 🦐🍋

Ingredients:

1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup parsley, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 egg

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Salt and pepper to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)

Directions:

Finely chop the shrimp or pulse them in a food processor until coarsely ground.

In a large bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully combined.

Shape the mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Fry the shrimp cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Remove the shrimp cakes from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley and a wedge of lemon.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 8 minutes | Total Time: 23 minutes Kcal: 180 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings