Shrimp Burgers
4 servings
45 minutes
5 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Time: 45 minutes
1½ pounds peeled shrimp, deveined
1 large clove garlic, peeled
1 dried or fresh chili, stemmed, seeded, and deveined
1 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
¼ cup roughly chopped red onion
¼ cup roughly chopped red or yellow bell pepper
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup cilantro leaves
Olive oil
Toasted buns
Dressings: Lime wedges or ketchup
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your gas grill or ignite charcoal until it reaches the ideal temperature, achieving a moderately hot fire. Position the rack approximately 4 inches away from the heat source.
Step 2
In a food processor, blend together garlic, chili, ginger, and one-third of the shrimp until smooth. Pause to scrape down the sides. Add the rest of the shrimp, onion, bell pepper, salt, pepper, and cilantro. Pulse until the shrimp is chopped, but not too finely. Form the mixture into 4 patties and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 3
Brush a small amount of oil onto the patties and position them on the grill rack. Allow them to cook undisturbed for approximately 5 minutes until a dark crust develops on the bottom and they easily release with a spatula. Flip the patties and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes on the opposite side.
Step 4
Serve on buns or as desired, tomatoes, 4 lettuce or\and lime juice.
