Chamorro Shrimp Patties

Chamorro Shrimp Patties are a popular dish in Guamanian cuisine, known for their delicious flavor and crispy texture. These patties are perfect for a quick and easy meal, and they can be enjoyed as an appetizer or a main course.

Chamorro Shrimp Patties

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, pulse the shrimp until finely chopped.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, egg, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Form the mixture into patties and place them on a plate.
  4. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  5. Carefully place the shrimp patties in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Remove the patties from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  7. Serve the Chamorro Shrimp Patties hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Food processor Skillet Plate Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the Chamorro Shrimp Patties with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a dash of hot sauce to the shrimp patty mixture before forming them into patties.

Cost

$15