Description
These Savory Shrimp Burgers with Cilantro and Creamy Guacamole are a quick and flavorful meal perfect for seafood lovers. Juicy shrimp patties blended with fresh herbs and spices, paired with a zesty avocado-based guacamole, and served on toasted buns or lettuce wraps make for a light yet satisfying dish 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, chopped
- 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
Guacamole
- 2 medium Avocados
- 1/4 cup Red Onion, diced
- 1 small Jalapeño, optional, finely chopped
- 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 the Shrimp: Pulse the peeled and deveined raw shrimp in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Transfer the chopped shrimp to a mixing bowl for the next step.
- Make the Patty Mixture: Combine the chopped shrimp with breadcrumbs, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, beaten egg, and lime juice. Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Form Patties: Shape the shrimp mixture into firm patties about 1 inch thick, ensuring they hold together well for cooking.
- Heat Cooking Surface: Preheat your grill or skillet to medium heat and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Patties: Grill or pan-fry the shrimp patties for 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are cooked through and have a nice golden exterior.
- Prepare Guacamole: In a bowl, mash the avocados until smooth. Mix in the diced red onion, optional jalapeño, lime juice, and salt to taste for a creamy and flavorful guacamole.
- Assemble the Burgers: Lightly toast the burger buns. Place one shrimp patty on each bun, spread a generous amount of guacamole on top, then garnish with shredded lettuce and sliced tomato.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve your savory shrimp burgers immediately while warm and enjoy the delicious blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Using gluten-free breadcrumbs makes this recipe suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.
- Adjust the jalapeño amount according to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder guacamole.
- For a lower carb option, serve the patties wrapped in lettuce instead of buns.
- Ensure shrimp is fresh and properly deveined for best flavor and safety.
- If a food processor is unavailable, finely chop shrimp by hand, but the texture will be coarser.
