Shrimp Burger Recipe

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This Shrimp Burgers recipe is perfect for seafood lovers! The patties are seasoned with Old Bay, smoked paprika, and lemon pepper for ultimate flavor. From there, the cakes are cooked with a crispy crust and juicy interior. This dish is ready in 15 minutes and perfect for a weeknight meal.

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These burgers offer a healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers, as shrimp is a low-fat and high-protein source of nutrition. They are also a great way to enjoy the fresh, bold flavors of seafood in a fun and easy-to-eat format.

I’ve had the Trader Joe’s shrimp burgers and they are not good. I was so disappointed. I’m a huge fan of Trader Joe’s but they mixed the mark. They taste super processed. I couldn’t finish them after my first bite. I filed that away and eventually came up with this recipe!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Flavor and Texture: Shrimp burgers have a unique taste and a delicate texture that sets them apart. The shrimp’s natural sweetness and tenderness make for a flavorful and juicy burger.
• Healthier Option: Seafood is lower in fat compared to beef, making these a lighter and potentially healthier alternative for those looking to reduce their red meat intake.
• Versatility: They can be seasoned with various herbs, spices, and ingredients like garlic, cilantro, lemon zest, or chili flakes to create diverse flavor profiles.
• Quick Cooking Time: Shrimp cooks relatively quickly compared to some meats, reducing the overall cooking time required to prepare the burger patties.
• Customization: They can be combined with different ingredients such as breadcrumbs, chopped vegetables, or binders like egg or mayonnaise to tailor the texture and taste to personal preferences.

How to Season/Spices to Use

Your favorite seafood spices and blends will work best. I use a combination of Old Bay, Smoked Paprika, and Lemon Pepper.

How to Make Shrimp Burgers

Full detailed instructions are below in the recipe card.

1. Dice half of the shrimp into small pieces about an inch thick. For the remaining half of the shrimp finely dice it into bits or use a food processor to get the job done.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped and finely diced shrimp, spices, breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix to combine the ingredients.
3. Use wet hands to form the mixture into 4 patties or whatever size you would like them to be.
4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
5. Once the skillet is hot, add the shrimp burgers to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the burgers are golden brown and cooked through.
6. Remove the burgers from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Spicy Mayo

For the spicy mayo, I combined 1 tablespoon of mayo with 1 teaspoon of hot sauce. I use Louisiana or Sriracha. Adjust the ratio and measurements to suit your taste.

How to Store

Leftovers can be stored tightly covered and sealed for 3-4 days in the fridge.

How to Reheat

You can reheat them in the air fryer, oven, or on a grill at 350 degrees until warm. You can also reheat them in a skillet on the stove with a little bit of oil. I would avoid the microwave because you risk the texture drying out and becoming rubbery.

Freezer Tips

You can freeze the burgers tightly covered and sealed for 2-3 months. Defrost the burgers in the fridge.

Check out our posts, Side Dishes with Shrimp Tacos and Side Dishes for Shrimp for ideas for pairing.

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Shrimp Burger Recipe

This Shrimp Burgers recipe is perfect for seafood lovers! The patties are seasoned with Old Bay, smoked paprika, and lemon pepper for ultimate flavor. From there, the cakes are cooked with a crispy crust and juicy interior. This dish is ready in 15 minutes and perfect for a weeknight meal.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Total Time 23 minutes mins

Course dinner, lunch

Cuisine American

Servings 4 burgers

Calories 344 kcal

Equipment

• 10 Inch Cast Iron Skillet
• Meat Thermometer

Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound raw shrimp Peeled and deveined.
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Pepper Seasoning Optional
• salt to taste
• 1 medium egg Beaten
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions

 

• Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and chop/dice half of the shrimp into small pieces about an inch thick. For the remaining half of the shrimp finely dice it into bits or use a food processor to get the job done.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped and finely diced shrimp, spices, breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix to combine the ingredients. Do not overmix. It results in dry burgers.
• Use wet hands to form the mixture into 4 patties or whatever size you would like them to be.
• Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
• Once the skillet is hot, add the shrimp burgers to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the burgers are golden brown and cooked through.
• Remove the shrimp burgers from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
• Serve the shrimp burgers on a bun with your favorite toppings.

Air Fryer Instructions

• Air fry the patties at 400 degrees for 8-12 minutes. Flip halfway through.

Notes

You can use any breadcrumbs you like including seasoned breadcrumbs.

The burgers will be really sticky while you are handling them and forming patties. Shrimp has a high protein content. When shrimp is ground up, the proteins in the shrimp come into contact with each other and form a sticky bond. Wet hands are really helpful.

If your mixture is too sticky to handle, after mixing the burger ingredients together, refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to help firm it up and make it easier to handle.

Eggs are used as a binding agent. They are used similarly to how you would prepare meatloaf, crab cakes, etc. You can omit the eggs, but you will likely struggle to form patties and keep them together while cooking.

If your burgers are tough and dry you overcooked them or you spent too much time overmixing the raw meat mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burger with brioche bunCalories: 344kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 21gFat: 8g

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