Shrimp and Corn Cakes with Sriracha Sauce

Gluten-Free

SHRIMP AND CORN CAKES

These easy Shrimp and Corn Cakes with Sriracha Sauce are ready in just 30 minutes. Gluten free and with minimal ingredients, they'll be the star of any summer gathering.

Shrimp cakes arranged on a plate with a bowl of sriracha dipping sauce on the right side.

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Why You'll Love these Shrimp Cakes

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Shrimp and Corn Cakes with Sriracha Sauce

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THESE SHRIMP CAKES

Tender and juicy with sweet pops of corn, these shrimp cakes will add welcome variety to your summer entertaining menus.

The texture of shrimp makes it ideal for forming patties that you can pack with herbs and spices, without the need to add breadcrumbs or flour.

I find that keeping the ingredients minimal and omitting the breading creates a cake with sharper shrimp flavor.

If you're looking for a crispier, more fritter-like texture, I suggest trying my Thai Shrimp Cakes instead.

THE INGREDIENTS

Recipe ingredients in separate bowls on a wooden serving platter with labels.

These shrimp cakes are ideal for entertaining, because they can be made in advance and are friendly to an assortment of dietary needs.

Shrimp: You need 12 ounces of raw peeled and deveined shrimp, which you will need to remove the tails from. For the best deal, look for a bag in the frozen foods section.

Corn: Feel free to use frozen/thawed, canned or fresh corn in this recipe.

Old Bay: This classic seafood spice includes celery seed, paprika, mustard, salt, red pepper, and black pepper.

Egg: To help the shrimp cakes stick together.

Parsley: For fresh, herb-flavor. Alternatively, you can use cilantro, chives, or fresh dill.

Sour Cream: Feel free to use plain, full-fat Greek yogurt instead for similar thickness and tang.

Mayo: I prefer using an avocado oil mayonnaise, such as Chosen Foods brand, for extra heart-healthy fats.

Lemon: To add brightness and acidity to the sauce.

Sriracha: Feel free to use any chili-garlic sauce you like or have on hand. And go as heavy or light with the amount!

For a full list of the ingredients and quantities, see the recipe card below.

SUBSTITUTIONS/ADDITIONS

Use Different Spices: If place of the Old Bay, you can also use a mix of paprika, garlic powder, and cumin.

Cajun Shrimp Cakes: Swap the Old Bay seasoning for your favorite Cajun seasoning. Add extra cayenne for even more kick!

Asian Shrimp Cakes: Omit the Old Bay seasoning and add fresh ginger, garlic, and a dash of fish sauce to the cakes.

Serve with Tartar Sauce: Omit the sriracha sauce and serve the shrimp cakes with good ol' tartar sauce.

These easy Shrimp and Corn Cakes with Sriracha Sauce are ready in just 30 minutes. Gluten free and with minimal ingredients, they'll be the star of any summer gathering.