Delicious and Flavorful Thai Shrimp Burgers

These Thai Shrimp Burgers are a scrumptious fusion of Thai and American cuisines. Succulent shrimp combined with aromatic Thai spices and fresh herbs, served on a toasted bun with a tangy sauce and crunchy veggies. These burgers are perfect for summer grilling and will become a favorite at your next barbecue. Try this unique twist on a classic burger!

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons red curry paste
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg, beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 hamburger buns, toasted
• Lettuce, tomato, and cucumber slices, for serving
• For the sauce:
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon honey

Directions

1. In a food processor, pulse the shrimp until finely chopped.
2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, red curry paste, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, cilantro, green onions, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Form the mixture into 4 patties. Place the patties on a plate and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
4. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, lime juice, and honey to make the sauce.
5. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
6. Spread the sauce onto the toasted buns. Place a shrimp patty on each bun and top with lettuce, tomato, and cucumber slices.
7. Serve the Thai Shrimp Burgers immediately and enjoy!

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