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Spicy Shrimp Patties Recipe

Spicy Shrimp Patties Recipe
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These Spicy Shrimp Patties are a flavorful appetizer or snack featuring succulent shrimp blended with aromatic spices, herbs, and chiles. Crisply fried to golden perfection and served with refreshing mint or mango chutney, they offer a perfect balance of heat and zest in every bite, inspired by Indian flavors.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, shelled, deveined, and roughly chopped
  • 1 small white onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 2 Thai green chiles, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • ¼ cup plain bread crumbs

Spices & Flavorings

  • 1 teaspoon ginger paste or freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon garlic paste or freshly grated garlic
  • ½ teaspoon Kashmiri or other mild red chile powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin powder
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt

Frying & Serving

  • ¼ cup ghee or neutral-tasting oil
  • Mint or mango chutney, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, finely chopped white onion, cilantro, Thai green chiles, beaten egg, bread crumbs, ginger paste, garlic paste, Kashmiri red chile powder, cumin powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, and sea salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly blended to form a cohesive mixture.
  2. Form the Patties: Using your hands or a ¼-cup measure, pack the shrimp mixture to shape patties roughly 2 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick. Set them aside on a plate to allow them to firm up slightly before cooking.
  3. Heat the Fat: Heat ¼ cup of ghee or neutral-tasting oil in a medium skillet over high heat for about 30 to 45 seconds until hot but not smoking.
  4. Fry the Patties: Working in batches to prevent overcrowding, place the shrimp patties in the skillet and immediately reduce the heat to medium. Fry each patty for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until they develop a golden brown crust and the shrimp inside turns opaque and fully cooked.
  5. Drain and Serve: Transfer the cooked patties onto a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve hot, accompanied by mint or mango chutney for dipping to complement the spicy flavors.

Notes

  • To make patty shaping easier, pack the shrimp mixture firmly into a ¼-cup measuring cup before gently sliding it onto the skillet.
  • Ensure shrimp is fresh for best flavor and texture.
  • You can adjust the number of green chiles to control the heat level.
  • Serving with chutney adds a sweet and tangy contrast that balances the spice nicely.
  • Ghee imparts a rich flavor but a neutral oil like canola or vegetable oil can be used as a substitute for frying.

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Keywords: spicy shrimp patties, Indian appetizer, shrimp patties, fried shrimp cakes, chutney dip, seafood snack

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