Shrimp Cakes

Shrimp Cakes

• 1 lb. raw shrimp, deveined, peeled and minced
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 onion, finely minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp. mayonnaise
• 3 Tbsp. cornstarch
• 2 Tbsp. chopped green onion
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp. Old Bay seasoning
• 3 Tbsp. olive oil

Lemon Aioli

• 3/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. lemon zest
• 1 Tbsp. lemon juice

Instructions

Shrimp Cakes

1. In a large bowl, combine minced shrimp, eggs, onion, garlic, mayonnaise, cornstarch, green onion, salt, pepper, cayenne and Old Bay seasoning.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Shape 2 tablespoons shrimp mixture into a cake and place in pan. Continue with remaining mixture, until pan is full. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, flip, then cook for an additional 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Serve warm with lemon aioli.

Lemon Aioli

1. In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, garlic, lemon zest and lemon juice. Stir in salt and pepper to taste, then serve.