Low Carb Crispy Prawn Cakes
Delightfully golden and bursting with flavor, these Low Carb Crispy Prawn Cakes are a perfect combination of crunch and savory goodness. Made with fresh prawns, almond flour, and fragrant ingredients like garlic, green onions, and coriander, this recipe offers a guilt-free indulgence that's both keto-friendly and gluten-free. A kick of sriracha and a hint of lime juice elevate the flavors, while a quick pan-fry in avocado oil gives these cakes their irresistible crispiness. Ready in just 35 minutes, they're perfect for weeknight dinners or as an impressive appetizer. Serve with lime wedges or your favorite low-carb dipping sauce for a zesty, crowd-pleasing treat! Whether you're following a low-carb lifestyle or just love seafood, these prawn cakes are sure to become a new favorite.
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Ingredients
- 500 g Raw prawns, peeled and deveined
- 50 g Almond flour
- 1 large Egg
- 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 15 g Fresh coriander, chopped
- 15 ml Soy sauce
- 5 ml Sriracha
- 15 ml Lime juice
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 60 ml Avocado oil (or any high smoke point oil) for frying
Directions
Step 1
Chop the prawns finely or pulse them in a food processor until coarsely ground.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the prawns, almond flour, egg, green onions, minced garlic, and chopped coriander.
Step 3
Add soy sauce, sriracha, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the prawn mixture. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
Step 4
Form the mixture into small patties, about the size of your palm, and place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.
Step 5
Heat the avocado oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 6
Once the oil is hot, carefully place prawn cakes into the skillet, avoiding overcrowding.
Step 7
Cook each prawn cake for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 8
Transfer the cooked prawn cakes onto a paper towel-lined plate to soak up any excess oil.
Step 9
Serve immediately with a side of lime wedges or a low-carb dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (760.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1452.8 |
| Total Fat 94.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1164.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3907.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 20.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.9g | |
| Protein 140.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 547.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1680.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories