Golden and crispy Thai shrimp cakes made with a flavorful blend of shrimp, garlic, and herbs. Served with a sweet chili dipping sauce, these are perfect as appetizers or festive snacks.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp Cakes:
- 1 lb (450 g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (plus more for coating)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- Vegetable oil for frying
For Serving:
- Sweet chili sauce
- Lime wedges
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Serves:
4-6 people
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture:
- In a food processor, combine shrimp, garlic, green onions, fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, sugar, egg, and cilantro. Pulse until the mixture forms a sticky paste.
- Form the Cakes:
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and shape into small patties. Coat each patty lightly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat the Air Fryer or Pan:
- For air frying, preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). For pan frying, heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the Shrimp Cakes:
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, or pan fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve:
- Arrange the shrimp cakes on a platter and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve hot with sweet chili sauce.
Nutritional Information (Per Cake):
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Protein: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fat: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
Notes
- For added texture, mix in small chunks of shrimp before forming the patties.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
- These can be made ahead and reheated in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes before serving.
Let me know if you’d like more recipes or variations! 😊