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Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli

Delicious Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli for Cozy Nights

Indulge in Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Aioli, a perfect coastal-inspired dish for quick weeknight dinners or impressive appetizers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Coastal
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp Cakes
  • 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or thawed
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Japanese-style for a light crunch
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped For flavor and presentation
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard For tanginess
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Brightens flavors
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning For coastal flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder For depth
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil For frying
For the Lemon Aioli
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise High-quality for best flavor
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice For acidity
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Enhances freshness
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet

Method
 

Shrimp Cakes Preparation
  1. Chop shrimp into pea-sized pieces and combine with other ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Adjust consistency with more panko if needed.
  3. Shape into small patties and place on a platter.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  5. Fry each cake for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Place cooked cakes on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Lemon Aioli Preparation
  1. Whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
Serving
  1. Serve shrimp cakes hot alongside lemon aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are thawed before use. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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