Description
These Savory Shrimp Burgers are a flavorful and healthy twist on the classic burger, featuring coarsely chopped shrimp mixed with fresh cilantro, garlic, and spices. Served with a creamy homemade guacamole and fresh veggies on toasted buns, they’re perfect for a quick and delicious meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Shrimp Burgers
- 1 pound Raw Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (regular or gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (smoked suggested)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Pepper (to taste)
- 1 large Egg (beaten)
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (fresh)
Creamy Guacamole
- 2 medium Avocado
- 1/4 cup Red Onion (diced)
- 1 small Jalapeño (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
- Salt (to taste)
To Serve
- 4 pieces Burger Buns (or lettuce wraps)
- 1 cup Lettuce (shredded)
- 1 medium Tomato (sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Pulse the peeled and deveined raw shrimp in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Mix Ingredients: Combine the chopped shrimp with breadcrumbs, chopped fresh cilantro, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, beaten egg, and fresh lime juice. Stir thoroughly to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
- Form Patties: Shape the shrimp mixture into firm, 1-inch thick patties, ensuring they hold together well for cooking.
- Preheat Grill or Skillet: Set your grill or skillet to medium heat and lightly grease the surface with oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Patties: Grill or pan-fry the shrimp patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have a nice golden crust.
- Make Guacamole: In a bowl, mash the avocados until smooth. Mix in diced red onion, optional jalapeño for heat, salt to taste, and lime juice. Stir to combine evenly.
- Assemble Burgers: Lightly toast the burger buns. Place one cooked shrimp patty on each bun, top generously with the creamy guacamole.
- Add Fresh Toppings: Garnish each burger with fresh shredded lettuce and sliced tomato for added crunch and freshness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the shrimp burgers immediately while warm and enjoy as a flavorful, healthy meal option.
Notes
- You can substitute burger buns with lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if you prefer a gluten-free version.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño in the guacamole to control the spice level.
- Make sure patties are firm before cooking to prevent breaking apart.
- These burgers are best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
