Crispy Shrimp Burgers

These crispy shrimp burgers offer a flavorful twist on a classic sandwich, pairing tender shrimp with a golden panko crust and a zesty homemade sauce. Perfect for a casual family dinner or a laid-back weekend gathering, the burgers are topped with fresh vegetables and served on toasted buns for a satisfying coastal-inspired meal.

Ingredients
For the patties:
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons oil
For serving:
Burger buns, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and red onion

For the sauce:
1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon hot sauce, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon ketchup

Instructions
Roughly chop most of the shrimp and pulse the remaining shrimp into a paste. Combine with remaining patty ingredients and form into four patties. Refrigerate briefly if needed. Cook in an oiled skillet over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Mix sauce ingredients together. Assemble burgers on toasted buns with desired toppings.