Description
Golden crispy shrimp cakes made with fresh shrimp, herbs, and seasonings, served with tangy lemon aioli. A zesty and satisfying seafood dish perfect for appetizers or light dinners.
Ingredients
1 pound raw shrimp peeled, deveined, finely chopped
1/2 cup breadcrumbs or panko
1 large egg lightly beaten
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 cup red bell pepper finely diced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
For the lemon aioli:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Mix shrimp, breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, bell pepper, parsley, garlic, mustard, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper until combined.
Form mixture into small patties and chill 10 minutes.
Heat olive oil in skillet. Fry shrimp cakes 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
For aioli, whisk mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper.
Serve shrimp cakes with lemon aioli and lemon wedges.
Notes
Chill patties before frying for best shape.
Do not over-process shrimp; keep small chunks for texture.
Bake at 400°F for 15–18 minutes as an alternative.
Serve immediately for crispiness.
Pair with salad or coleslaw for a light meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
Keywords: shrimp cakes with lemon aioli, crispy shrimp patties, shrimp appetizers, seafood cakes recipe, shrimp fritters