Keto Korean-Style Crispy Shrimp Burgers
Succulent shrimp patties blended with cream cheese, parmesan, and Korean gochujang create these unique fusion burgers. The mixture includes panko breadcrumbs for texture and gets double-coated before air frying to achieve maximum crispiness. Fresh green onions and garlic add aromatic depth while red pepper flakes provide extra heat. Perfect for weekend entertaining or when you want to impress dinner guests with something different from typical beef burgers. The combination of two cheeses melted on top and spicy pepper jelly creates layers of flavor that complement the seafood beautifully.
Ingredients
- ¾ pound jumbo shrimp, cleaned
- 1 Xl egg
- 2 cups panko, divided
- 4 green onions, chopped, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoon dried parsley, divided
- 12 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons Gochujang or Sriracha
- ¾ sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 6 Seeded Brioche Buns
- 6 slices Colby Jack Cheese
- 6 Slices Sharp Cheddar
- 6 large pieces bib/butter lettuce
- Spicy Pepper Jelly
Instructions
- 1
Process shrimp in food processor until barely smooth with some chunks remaining
- 2
Scrape shrimp into bowl and mix with egg, 1 cup panko, cream cheese, garlic, most green onions, 1 teaspoon parsley, parmesan, red pepper flakes, gochujang, salt, and pepper until well combined
- 3
Line baking pan with parchment paper
- 4
Mix remaining 1 cup panko with remaining 1 teaspoon parsley in bowl
- 5
Divide shrimp mixture into six equal portions
- 6
Form each portion into patty with damp hands
- 7
Coat each patty in panko mixture on both sides
- 8
Transfer coated patties to prepared pan
- 9
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours up to 24 hours
- 10
Preheat air fryer to 400F
- 11
Spritz patties lightly with olive oil
- 12
Cook for 10-12 minutes per side, flipping once gently
- 13
Add one piece each cheese to patties and air fry 1 minute to melt if serving immediately
- 14
Assemble burgers with lettuce on bottom bun, crispy patty, reserved green onions, and spicy pepper jelly
- 15
Top with bun lid
Tips
Use damp hands when forming patties to prevent the mixture from sticking to your fingers
Refrigerate patties for at least 2 hours before cooking to help them hold together during air frying
Be gentle when flipping patties as they will be soft initially but firm up as they cool
Good to Know
refrigerate leftovers
patties can be formed and refrigerated up to 24 hours before cooking
immediately while hot and crispy
Common Mistakes
refrigerate patties to avoid falling apart during cooking
use damp hands to avoid mixture sticking
flip gently to avoid breaking soft patties
Substitutions
Gluten-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I bake these instead of air frying?
Yes, bake at 425F for 12-15 minutes per side, though they won't be quite as crispy as air fried versions.
How long will these keep in the refrigerator?
Cooked patties will keep for 2-3 days refrigerated. Reheat in air fryer for best texture.
Can I freeze the uncooked patties?
Yes, freeze formed patties on a baking sheet, then transfer to freezer bags. Cook from frozen, adding 2-3 extra minutes per side.