Tortitas De Camarones (chilean-style Shrimp Cakes)

Tortitas de Camarones are delicious Chilean-style shrimp cakes that are perfect for a light and flavorful meal. These crispy cakes are packed with shrimp, herbs, and spices, making them a popular dish in Chilean cuisine.

Tortitas De Camarones (chilean-style Shrimp Cakes)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, pulse the shrimp until finely chopped.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, breadcrumbs, cilantro, green onions, garlic, paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the beaten eggs to the shrimp mixture and mix until well combined.
  4. Form the mixture into small patties and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Cook the shrimp cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Transfer the cooked shrimp cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  7. Serve the tortitas de camarones hot with a side of your favorite dipping sauce or salsa.

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

Large bowl Food processor Baking sheet Parchment paper Large skillet Spatula

Tools

Food processor Skillet

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the tortitas de camarones with a side of avocado salsa and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure to drain any excess moisture from the shrimp before chopping to prevent the mixture from becoming too wet.

Cost

$15