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Crispy Prawn Burgers

Crispy Prawn Burgers

These Crispy Prawn Burgers bring the ultimate coastal twist to your table — golden, crunchy prawn patties with a tender, juicy center, tucked into buttery brioche buns. Each bite bursts with ocean-fresh flavor, tangy sauce, and crisp lettuce. Perfect for summer cookouts or quick weeknight meals, this easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality results at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner, LUNCH
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Prawn Patties
  • 400 g fresh prawns or 500 g frozen raw peeled prawns, thawed and drained
  • 1 clove garlic finely minced
  • 0.25 cup green onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt or cooking salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
For the Crumbing
  • 1 egg lightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.25 cups panko breadcrumbs for that signature crisp texture
  • 0.5 cup olive oil or any neutral oil for frying
For the Burgers
  • 4 brioche buns lightly toasted
  • 1.5 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
  • sliced gherkins or pickles to taste
  • sauce of choice Bang Bang, tartare, peri-naise, or ketchup

Method
 

  1. 1. Prepare the Prawns: If using frozen prawns, thaw completely and pat dry. Roughly chop half into small chunks and set aside.
  2. 2. Blitz into Paste: Add the remaining prawns and garlic to a food processor. Pulse until a sticky paste forms — this helps bind the patties together.
  3. 3. Mix the Pattie Base: Combine the paste, chopped prawns, green onion, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix gently until evenly combined.
  4. 4. Set Up the Crumbing Station: Place flour, beaten egg, and panko breadcrumbs into separate shallow bowls.
  5. 5. Shape and Coat: Divide mixture into four portions. Roll each into a ball, flatten gently, then coat in flour, egg, and panko, pressing to adhere.
  6. 6. Fry Until Golden: Heat oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Fry patties for 2 minutes per side or until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  7. 7. Assemble the Burgers: Spread sauce on the bottom bun, add lettuce, a prawn patty, and sliced gherkins. Top with more sauce and the other bun half. Serve immediately.
  8. Pro Tip: Serve with fries or slaw and a squeeze of lemon for the perfect combo.

Notes

Serving: Best enjoyed hot and crispy with your favorite sauce. Add lemon juice for brightness.
Make-Ahead: Patties can be shaped up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated. Freeze raw patties for up to 1 month.
Storage: Store cooked patties in an airtight container for 2 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer for 5–7 minutes at 200°C.
Variations: Swap prawns for fish or crab meat, or use gluten-free breadcrumbs and buns for a GF version.