Jalapeño Shrimp Cakes

These shrimp cakes are light and delicious, made with jalapenos, scallions, and cilantro then topped with a little fresh lime juice and a few slices of avocado. Serve this over a bed of greens for a quick, light summer meal.

⏱️ 30 min 🔪 Prep: 20 min 🔥 Cook: 8 min 📊 Medium 👁️ 3 views
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Jalapeño Shrimp Cakes Foto: Skinnytaste

Ingredients

4 servings
  • 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined (weight after peeled))
  • 1 large jalapeño (seeded and minced (for spicy, leave the seeds))
  • 1 g arlic clove (minced)
  • 3 medium scallions (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons panko (use GF crumbs for gluten free)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 4 lime wedges
  • 1/2 medium avocado (sliced thin)

Steps

  1. Dry shrimp well with a paper towel then place the shrimp in the food processor along with jalapeño and garlic then pulse a few times until almost pasty.

  2. Combine the shrimp in a large bowl with remaining ingredients and mix well to combine.

  3. Using rubber gloves (easier with gloves), form shrimp into 4 patties.

  4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and spray with oil.

  5. Add the shrimp cakes to the heated grill and cook 4 minutes without disturbing, then gently flip and cook an additional 4 minutes.

  6. Serve with fresh lime juice and top with thin slices of avocado.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Macronutrients

Calories1739% DV

*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Source: Skinnytaste

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