Description

These Shrimp Burgers with Cilantro and Guacamole are bursting with flavor and ready in under 30 minutes, making them a perfect dinner option. Enjoy a tender shrimp patty topped with luscious guacamole, fresh lettuce, and tomatoes.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if desired)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (can substitute with parsley)
2 cloves garlic, minced or powdered
1 teaspoon ground cumin (can be replaced with coriander or omitted)
1 teaspoon paprika (swap with cayenne for more heat)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 large egg (can use flax egg for plant-based)
2 tablespoons lime juice (or lemon juice as a substitute)
2 large avocados, ripe
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced (or green onions)
1 small jalapeño, minced (optional, for heat)
4 burger buns (gluten-free options available)
1 cup lettuce (optional)
1 large tomato, sliced (optional)

Instructions

Start by pulsing the raw shrimp in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Transfer the shrimp to a mixing bowl.
Add the breadcrumbs, fresh cilantro, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, beaten egg, and lime juice to the shrimp. Combine everything gently until just mixed.
Shape the mixture into patties about 1 inch thick, making sure they hold together.
Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with oil.
Grill or sauté the shrimp patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, until beautifully browned and they reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
In a separate bowl, mash the avocado to a smooth consistency, then mix in the red onion, jalapeño (if using), a pinch of salt, and lime juice for a flavorful kick of cilantro guacamole.
Place the cooked shrimp burgers on toasted buns, then top them generously with the creamy guacamole.
If desired, add fresh lettuce and slices of tomato for crunch.
Enjoy these flavorful shrimp burgers with cilantro and guacamole hot off the grill.

Notes

Consider adding a sprinkle of feta or crumbled queso fresco on top for an extra layer of flavor on your shrimp burgers.
For gluten-free shrimp burgers, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free crackers.
To make the cilantro lime shrimp burgers spicy, add finely chopped jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
If the shrimp burger mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs or refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
Store leftover shrimp burgers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freeze cooked shrimp burgers in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
Reheat thawed shrimp burgers in a skillet for 3-4 minutes per side.
Store guacamole in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface for 1-2 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Grilling, Sautéing
Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 burger
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 150 mg

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