Spicy Sarasota Shrimp Burgers with Avocado and Zesty Chili Lime Mayo
Experience a delightful twist on the classic hamburger with these Spicy Sarasota Shrimp Burgers. Crafted with succulent, diced shrimp and fresh ingredients, these burgers are elevated by a creamy chili lime mayo that offers a perfect kick of spice. Topped with ripe avocado slices, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onions, each bite bursts with flavor and texture. Ideal for a casual lunch or an impressive dinner, these burgers can easily be frozen for quick meals later. Serve them on toasted buns for an extra touch of crunch. Inspired by sunny Florida and reimagined for spice lovers, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Servings
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Calories
22
Ingredients
Ingredients
shrimp
1 lb (pre-cooked and diced fine)
fresh breadcrumbs
1 cup (use day-old baguette or Italian bread, or any bread available)
celery
4 tablespoons (chopped fine)
shallot
1 small (grated)
scallions
2 (chopped fine)
fresh parsley
2 tablespoons (chopped)
lemon zest
1 1/2 teaspoons (zested from a fresh lemon)
red pepper flakes
1 pinch (to taste)
mayonnaise
3 tablespoons (for mixing into the shrimp mixture)
jalapeño
1/4 (diced very fine)
egg
1 (beaten)
kosher salt
1 teaspoon (to taste)
ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (to taste)
vegetable oil
1/4 cup (for pan frying)
plain breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup (for dredging)
tomatoes
slices (freshly sliced)
lettuce
leaves (rinsed and torn)
red onion
thin slices (freshly sliced)
avocado
thin slices (freshly sliced)
mayonnaise
1/4 cup (for making the chili mayo)
chili sauce
1/4 cup (for making the chili mayo)
lime juice
1 teaspoon (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
1
Begin by selecting 1 lb of pre-cooked shrimp, either boiled salad shrimp or any size shrimp you prefer. Remember, the choice of shrimp size is flexible, and using precooked shrimp streamlines the preparation process.
2
In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the diced shrimp, chopped scallions, jalapeño, lemon zest, grated shallot, chopped celery, parsley, mayonnaise, beaten egg, pinch of red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper. Add the fresh breadcrumbs and stir lightly until ingredients are evenly incorporated—avoid over mixing to maintain texture.
3
Shape the mixture into medium-sized patties, then coat each patty lightly in either plain breadcrumbs or panko for added crunch.
4
Before frying, it is helpful to freeze the patties for 15 minutes to help them firm up. This step assists in achieving a better fry.
5
In a non-stick skillet, heat 1/4 cup of oil over medium heat. Pan-fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until they turn a beautiful golden brown and are cooked through.
6
While the patties are frying, toast your burger buns and prepare your toppings: slice fresh tomatoes, wash and tear lettuce leaves, and thinly slice the red onion. Mix together the remaining 1/4 cup of mayonnaise with 1/4 cup of chili sauce and 1 teaspoon of lime juice to create the zesty chili mayo.
7
To assemble, spread the chili mayo on the bottom half of each toasted bun, layer with lettuce, the shrimp patty, avocado, tomato, onion, and more lettuce. Finish with the top bun, also spread with chili mayo. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spicy Sarasota Shrimp Burgers?
Spicy Sarasota Shrimp Burgers are a flavorful seafood twist on the classic hamburger, featuring succulent diced shrimp, fresh herbs, and a kick of spice, served with a zesty chili lime mayo.
What kind of shrimp should I use for this recipe?
You can use 1 lb of pre-cooked shrimp, such as boiled salad shrimp or any size shrimp you prefer, as long as it is diced fine.
Do I need to cook the shrimp before making the patties?
The recipe calls for pre-cooked shrimp, which helps streamline the preparation process and ensures the burgers cook quickly in the pan.
How do I prepare the shrimp for the burgers?
The shrimp should be diced fine so that they can be easily mixed with other ingredients and shaped into cohesive patties.
What ingredients are used to flavor the shrimp patties?
The patties are flavored with chopped scallions, jalapeño, lemon zest, grated shallot, chopped celery, fresh parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
What is used as a binder for the shrimp burgers?
A combination of mayonnaise, one beaten egg, and fresh breadcrumbs acts as the binder to hold the shrimp mixture together.
What type of bread is best for the fresh breadcrumbs?
You can use day-old baguette, Italian bread, or any other bread you have available to make the fresh breadcrumbs.
How do I avoid over-mixing the burger mixture?
Stir the ingredients lightly until they are just evenly incorporated to maintain a good texture.
What should I coat the patties with for extra crunch?
You can coat each patty lightly in either plain breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs before frying.
Why should I freeze the shrimp patties before frying?
Freezing the patties for 15 minutes helps them firm up, which assists in achieving a better fry and keeps them from falling apart.
What is the best way to cook these shrimp burgers?
The best method is to pan-fry them in 1/4 cup of oil over medium heat in a non-stick skillet.
How long do I cook the shrimp patties?
Pan-fry the patties for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they turn a beautiful golden brown and are cooked through.
How do I make the zesty chili lime mayo?
Mix 1/4 cup of mayonnaise with 1/4 cup of chili sauce and 1 teaspoon of fresh lime juice.
What toppings are recommended for these burgers?
Recommended toppings include thin slices of avocado, fresh tomato slices, torn lettuce leaves, and thinly sliced red onions.
Can I freeze these shrimp burgers for later?
Yes, these burgers are ideal for a casual lunch or an impressive dinner and can easily be frozen for quick meals later.
Is this recipe very spicy?
The recipe has a moderate kick from the jalapeño, red pepper flakes, and chili sauce, but you can adjust these amounts to suit your spice preference.
What kind of bun should I use?
Standard burger buns work great, especially when toasted for an extra touch of crunch.
How do I assemble the Spicy Sarasota Shrimp Burger?
Spread chili mayo on the toasted bun, layer with lettuce, the shrimp patty, avocado, tomato, onion, and more lettuce, and finish with the top bun.
How much oil is needed for frying?
You will need 1/4 cup of vegetable oil for pan-frying the patties in a skillet.
Can I use a different citrus instead of lemon?
While the recipe calls for lemon zest in the patty and lime juice in the mayo, you can experiment with other citrus, though lemon and lime are recommended for the Florida-inspired flavor.
What size should the patties be?
The recipe suggests shaping the mixture into medium-sized patties.
How much lemon zest is required?
You will need 1 1/2 teaspoons of fresh lemon zest for the shrimp mixture.
Can I substitute the shallot?
If you don't have a shallot, you can use a small amount of finely grated red or white onion as a substitute.
Should I serve these burgers hot or cold?
These burgers should be served immediately after assembly while the patties are hot and the buns are toasted.
What is the role of celery in the recipe?
Chopped celery adds a nice crunch and fresh flavor to the shrimp patty mixture.
Is the chili mayo used on both sides of the bun?
Yes, for maximum flavor, the recipe suggests spreading the chili mayo on both the bottom and top halves of the toasted bun.
How much jalapeño is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/4 of a jalapeño, diced very fine, to provide a subtle heat.
Can I use panko instead of fresh breadcrumbs inside the burger?
The recipe specifies fresh breadcrumbs for the mixture to maintain texture, but panko can be used for the outer coating.
What is the inspiration behind this recipe?
This recipe is inspired by sunny Florida and reimagined for spice lovers.
Can I use bottled lime juice?
Freshly squeezed lime juice is recommended for the best flavor in the zesty chili mayo.