Description
Discover a flavorful delight with this Chinese Shrimp Cake Recipe, featuring savory shrimp fritters that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup scallions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Begin by placing the shrimp in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.
- Add the scallions, parsley, ginger, garlic, tamari, peanut oil, salt, and pepper, blending until just combined.
- Transfer this mixture to a mixing bowl and fold in the panko breadcrumbs and beaten egg until everything is well mixed.
- Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up.
- In a large skillet, heat enough oil over medium heat to cover the bottom of the pan.
- Once the oil is shimmering, take a generous spoonful of the shrimp mixture and form it into a small fritter.
- Gently place it in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
- Cook each fritter for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they turn a beautiful golden brown and are cooked through.
- Once done, transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Serve these delightful fritters warm, accompanied by a zesty dipping sauce or a squeeze of lime for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- For an added kick, mix in a teaspoon of chili paste or cayenne pepper into the shrimp blend.
- Feel free to swap the shrimp for minced crab for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Chinese Shrimp Cake Recipe, Shrimp Fritters, Chinese Cuisine