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Shrimp Burgers with Cilantro and Guacamole

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These shrimp burgers with cilantro and guacamole are a fresh, flavorful spin on seafood burgers. Juicy shrimp patties are pan-fried to golden perfection, then topped with creamy homemade guacamole. A quick, protein-packed meal perfect for summer dinners, lettuce wraps, or casual entertaining.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 burgers
  • Category: Main Course, Dinner, Sandwiches
  • Method: Stovetop, Pan-Fry
  • Cuisine: American, Seafood

Ingredients

  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Place shrimp in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chopped shrimp, breadcrumbs, cilantro, green onions, egg, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
  3. Form into 4 equal-sized patties, about 1/2-inch thick.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a separate bowl, mash avocados. Mix in lime juice, salt, diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  6. Serve shrimp burgers hot on toasted buns or lettuce wraps, topped with a generous spoonful of guacamole.

Notes

  • Chill patties for 10–15 minutes before cooking for better shape.
  • Swap shrimp for crab meat or add diced jalapeños for heat.
  • Lettuce wraps make a great low-carb option.
  • Store guacamole with plastic wrap pressed against the surface to avoid browning.

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