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Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli

Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli: Crispy, Delish, Zesty 5-min.

  • Author: Myar Nasser
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli deliver a crispy, golden crust and tender, juicy shrimp centers. This quick, crowd-pleasing main or appetizer blends shrimp with gluten-free breadcrumbs, fresh parsley, green onions, Dijon mustard, and paprika for depth. Serve warm with bright, zesty lemon aioli for a lively finish. Easy to make in one skillet in about 35 minutes, perfect for weeknights or impressive entertaining.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ cup gluten free breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 green onions, finely sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking

For the lemon aioli:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Finely chop shrimp into small pieces or pulse briefly in a food processor, leaving some texture.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chopped shrimp, breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, green onions, parsley, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
  3. Form mixture into 6–8 small patties.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook shrimp cakes 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and salt to make the aioli.
  6. Serve shrimp cakes warm with lemon aioli on the side.

Notes

  • Chill the mixture for 15-30 minutes for easier shaping if desired.
  • Make sure breadcrumbs are certified gluten-free if you need a gluten-free dish.
  • If you prefer to bake, preheat to 400F and bake 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • This recipe yields 6-8 patties and serves 4 with the aioli on the side.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Pan Fry
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (1 shrimp cake with lemon aioli)
  • Calories: 460
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 34 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Cholesterol: 260 mg

Keywords: Shrimp Cakes, Lemon Aioli, Gluten Free, Easy Seafood, Appetizer, Quick Dinner, Crispy Shrimp, Lemon Sauce, Seafood Patties

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