Shrimp Patties With Pineapple Salsa
Shrimp Patties with Pineapple Salsa is a delightful dish from Mariana Islands cuisine that combines the savory flavors of shrimp with the sweetness of pineapple salsa. It's a perfect appetizer or light meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse the shrimp until finely chopped.
- In a bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, breadcrumbs, cilantro, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into patties.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the shrimp patties for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a separate bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red onion, mint, jalapeno, lime juice, and salt to make the salsa.
- Serve the shrimp patties with the pineapple salsa on top.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 18g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Skillet Bowl Food processor
Tools
Spatula Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the shrimp patties with pineapple salsa as an appetizer for a tropical-themed dinner party.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier salsa, leave the seeds in the jalapeno. Adjust the heat level to your preference.
Cost
$15