Shrimp Cakes
These easy shrimp cakes are loaded with veggies and herbs and pan seared to golden brown perfection. A simple and easy meal option that the whole family is sure to love!
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper (finely diced)
- 3 tablespoons chives (sliced, plus more for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Place the shrimp in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped - do not grind into a paste.
- 2
Transfer the shrimp to a large bowl and add the panko breadcrumbs, red bell pepper, chives, salt, pepper, eggs, and lemon zest. Stir gently to combine.
- 3
Form the shrimp mixture into 6 patties.
- 4
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Add the shrimp patties in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- 5
Serve immediately, topped with additional chives and sour cream if desired. Garnish with lemon wedges if desired.