Shrimp Cakes with Fresh Herbs (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Shrimp Cakes

01 - 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
04 - 3 tablespoons chives, sliced
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 2 eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
09 - 4 tablespoons olive oil

# Instructions:

01 - Place the shrimp in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped, ensuring it does not become a paste.
02 - Transfer the coarsely chopped shrimp to a large bowl. Add panko breadcrumbs, red bell pepper, chives, salt, pepper, eggs, and lemon zest. Stir gently until combined.
03 - Form the shrimp mixture into 6 equal-sized patties.
04 - Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp patties in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
05 - Serve the shrimp cakes immediately. Top with additional chives and a dollop of sour cream, and garnish with lemon wedges if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Garnish the shrimp cakes with fresh chives and sour cream for added flavor.