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Delicious and flavorful shrimp burgers infused with fresh cilantro and topped with homemade guacamole. These shrimp burgers are a perfect healthy twist on the classic burger, combining tender shrimp patties with creamy avocado, zesty lime, and optional jalapeño heat for a refreshing, satisfying meal.
- Author: Logan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Shrimp Burger Patties
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Guacamole
- 1 avocado, mashed
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, minced (optional, for heat)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Additional
- Burger buns (your choice)
- Lettuce and tomato, for serving
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a food processor, add the raw shrimp and pulse until coarsely chopped. Transfer the chopped shrimp to a mixing bowl, ensuring not to over-process into a paste.
- Mix Ingredients: Add breadcrumbs, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, beaten egg, and lime juice to the bowl with shrimp. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined, creating a moist but firm mixture.
- Form Patties: Divide the shrimp mixture into equal portions and shape each portion into burger patties about 1 inch thick, ensuring they hold together well.
- Heat the Grill or Pan: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with oil to prevent the patties from sticking during cooking.
- Cook the Patties: Place the shrimp patties on the hot grill or skillet. Cook for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are cooked through, opaque, and lightly browned on the outside.
- Make the Guacamole: While the patties cook, prepare the guacamole by mashing the avocado in a bowl. Stir in finely chopped red onion, minced jalapeño if using, salt to taste, and lime juice. Mix to combine evenly.
- Assemble the Burgers: Toast the burger buns lightly if desired. Place a shrimp patty on the bottom half of each bun, then generously spread a good amount of guacamole on top of the patty.
- Add Additional Toppings: Garnish each assembled burger with fresh lettuce and tomato slices or any additional toppings you prefer for extra flavor and texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the shrimp burgers immediately while hot for the best taste. Enjoy this fresh and zesty meal with your favorite sides.
Notes
- If jalapeño is too spicy, omit or reduce the amount to suit your heat preference.
- For gluten-free option, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour.
- If you don’t have a food processor, chop the shrimp finely by hand.
- Make sure patties are tightly formed to prevent them from falling apart during cooking.
- Feel free to customize toppings with your choice of cheeses, sauces, or pickled vegetables.
- Cook shrimp patties just until opaque to avoid overcooking and tough texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger with bun and guacamole
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg
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