Shrimp Burgers
A delicious twist on traditional burgers made with fresh shrimp, perfect for grilling or quick weeknight meals.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Nonstick Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp peeled, deveined, tails removed
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 3 scallions, chopped finely
- 3 Tbsp vegetable oil for cooking
- 1 cup tartar sauce for serving
- 4 hamburger buns toasted if desired
- 4 Bibb lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Pulse panko bread crumbs in a food processor until finely ground. Transfer to a shallow dish.
- Process one-third of the shrimp with mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and cayenne until finely chopped.
- Add remaining shrimp and pulse until coarsely chopped. Scrape down the sides as needed.
- Transfer shrimp mixture to a bowl and stir in scallions.
- Form the mixture into four 3/4-inch-thick patties and dredge in the ground panko.
- Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook patties until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per side. Ensure they reach an internal temperature of 140°F.
- Transfer cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Assemble the burgers by spreading tartar sauce on the buns, adding a shrimp patty and a lettuce leaf. Serve immediately.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze uncooked patties for up to 3 months.