Cajun Shrimp Cakes

Cajun Shrimp Cakes are savory, tender, juicy, and bursting with Cajun flavor. Furthermore, these Shrimp Cakes are a creative way to use shrimp and make an amazing appetizer, party food, or main meal itself. Finally, these fritter-like cakes are made in the Air Fryer to create a crunchy exterior while keeping the soft and flavorful interior.

Allergen Friendly

Cajun Shrimp Cakes are made for the gluten-intolerant and egg-free community. As the name states, Cajun Shrimp Cakes contain shellfish, so if you’re allergic to shellfish, this is not the recipe for you…sorry!

Dijon Mustard is substituted for an egg in this recipe. Dijon Mustard is a fantastic binder when making protein cakes such as Crab Cakes, Cajun Shrimp Cakes, Salmon Cakes, and more! Not only does Dijon Mustard give you a bite and tang, but it also prevents the fritter from falling apart.

In conclusion, these shrimp fritters are a perfect dish for the non-shellfish allergen community.

Cajun Shrimp Cakes Ingredients

• Raw Shrimp, Peeled and Deveined
• Garlic Cloves, Minced
• Avocado Oil
• Dijon Mustard
• Parsley
• Chives
• Pink Salt
• Ground Black Pepper
• Trader Joe’s Green Goddess Seasoning
• Organic, All Purpose, or Gluten-Free Flour

Vegan Lemon Aioli

The Ingredients

• Vegan Mayo
• Lemon Zest
• Lemon Juice
• Minced Garlic
• Ground Black Pepper

Creating the Aioli

1. First, in a small, glass mixing bowl, add the Vegan Mayo and stir to remove any lumps.
2. Next, add the zest, juice, minced garlic, and pepper. Mix all of the ingredients together.
3. Then, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
4. Finally, pour into a small serving bowl and serve alongside the shrimp cakes.

Making the Cajun Shrimp Cake Mixture

1. First, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
2. Next, using a sharp knife, dice the shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
3. Then, transfer the chopped shrimp to a large, glass mixing bowl.
4. Next, add the mustard, parsley, chives, garlic, and seasonings. Stir to combine.
5. Then, add the flour and stir again until the batter is creamy and well combined.
6. Finally, using an ice cream or cookie scoop, scoop out the batter, flatten it with your hands, and then place it on a plate. Repeat this process until the shrimp cake batter is used.

Dice the Shrimp

Combine All of the Ingredients

Scoop, Flatten, and Fry

“Frying” the Cajun Shrimp Cakes

1. First, take out the Air Fryer.
2. Next, place 3 to 4 Cajun Shrimp Cakes in the basket of the Air Fryer.
3. Then, turn the heat to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and “fry” for 5 minutes.
4. Next, flip the fritters over and “fry” them for another 5 minutes.
5. Finally, serve the Cajun Shrimp Cakes hot or warm. Serve them alongside the Vegan Lemon Aioli and/or with Grit Cakes. Enjoy!

Place Raw Shrimp Cakes into the Air Fryer Basket and Flip Over after 5 Minutes

The Shrimp Fritters are Ready!

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Cajun Shrimp Cakes

Yield: 8 Shrimp Cakes

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Cajun Shrimp Cakes are savory, tender, juicy, and bursting with Cajun flavor. Furthermore, these Shrimp Cakes are a creative way to use shrimp and make an amazing appetizer, party food, or main meal itself. Finally, these fritter-like cakes are made in the Air Fryer to create a crunchy exterior while keeping the soft and flavorful interior.

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Ingredients

Cajun Shrimp Cakes

• 1 lb. Raw Shrimp, Peeled and Deveined
• 2 Garlic Cloves, Minced
• 1 tsp. Avocado Oil
• 1/4 c. Dijon Mustard
• 2 tbsp. Parsley (dried or fresh)
• 2 tbsp. Chives, Thinly Sliced
• 1/2 tsp. Pink Salt
• 1/8 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
• 1 tsp. Trader Joe's Green Goddess Seasoning
• 1/2 c. Organic, All Purpose, or Gluten-Free Flour (Can Also Substitute for Almond Flour)

Vegan Lemon Aioli

• 1/2 c. Vegan Mayo
• 1 tsp. Lemon Zest
• 2 tbsp. Lemon Juice
• 1 Garlic Clove, Minced
• Ground Black Pepper (To Taste)

Instructions

For the Vegan Lemon Aioli

1. First, in a small, glass mixing bowl, add the Vegan Mayo and stir to remove any lumps.
2. Next, add the zest, juice, minced garlic, and pepper. Mix all of the ingredients together.
3. Then, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
4. Finally, pour into a small serving bowl and serve alongside the shrimp cakes.

Making the Shrimp Patties

1. First, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
2. Next, using a sharp knife, dice the shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
3. Then, transfer the chopped shrimp to a large, glass mixing bowl.
4. Next, add the mustard, parsley, chives, garlic, and seasonings. Stir to combine.
5. Then, add the flour and stir again until the batter is creamy and well combined.
6. Finally, using an ice cream or cookie scoop, scoop out the batter, flatten it with your hands, and then place it on a plate. Repeat this process until the shrimp cake batter is used.

"Frying" and Serving the Cajun Shrimp Cakes

1. First, take out the Air Fryer.
2. Next, place 3 to 4 Cajun Shrimp Cakes in the basket of the Air Fryer.
3. Then, turn the heat to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and "fry" for 5 minutes.
4. Next, flip the fritters over and "fry" them for another 5 minutes.
5. Finally, serve the Cajun Shrimp Cakes hot or warm. Serve them alongside the Vegan Lemon Aioli and/or with Grit Cakes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 2
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 361Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 1547mgCarbohydrates: 32gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 20g