Trader Joe’s Shrimp Burger Recipe

This Trader Joe’s Shrimp Burger Recipe is a juicy and flavorful recipe, which is made with raw shrimp and Old Bay Seasoning. It’s the perfect 30-minute meal, ready in about 20 minutes.

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Trader Joe’s Shrimp Burger Ingredients

• 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Pepper Seasoning (Optional)
• Salt to taste
• 1 medium egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

How To Make Trader Joe’s Shrimp Burger

1. Chop the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Roughly chop half of the shrimp into small, inch-thick pieces. Finely mince the remaining half of the shrimp into very small bits.
2. Combine the Burger Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped and finely minced shrimp, all the spices, breadcrumbs, and the beaten egg. Mix gently until just combined.
3. Form the Patties: Lightly wet your hands with water, then form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
4. Cook the Burgers: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the skillet is hot, add the shrimp burgers to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until the burgers are golden brown and cooked through.
5. Rest and Serve: Remove the shrimp burgers from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before serving on a bun with your favorite toppings.

Recipe Tips

• How to handle the sticky shrimp mixture? The shrimp mixture will be very sticky. As the recipe notes, having wet hands is really helpful when forming the patties. If the mixture is still too difficult to handle, you can refrigerate it for about 30 minutes to help it firm up.
• Can I omit the egg? The egg acts as a crucial binding agent to hold the patties together. You can try to omit it, but you will likely struggle to form patties and keep them from falling apart while cooking.
• Why are my shrimp burgers tough and dry? This is usually caused by one of two things: overcooking the burgers or overmixing the raw shrimp mixture. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined, and cook them just until they are golden and cooked through.
• What kind of breadcrumbs are best? You can use any kind of breadcrumbs you like, including plain, panko for extra crunch, or seasoned Italian breadcrumbs for a different flavor profile.

What To Serve With Shrimp Burgers

These flavorful burgers are a great base for a classic sandwich and pair well with many sides.

• Toasted brioche buns
• Toppings like lettuce, tomato, red onion, and a creamy remoulade or tartar sauce.
• French fries or sweet potato fries
• Creamy coleslaw
• A simple side salad

How To Store Shrimp Burgers

• Refrigerate: Store cooked shrimp burger patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: You can freeze the uncooked patties. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer to freeze, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag. Cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

Shrimp Burger Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 344kcal
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 32g
• Fat: 23g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 95mg
• Sodium: 489mg

Nutrition information is estimated per burger with a brioche bun and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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