CORN CAKES WITH SHRIMP & GUACAMOLE

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These appetizers can be made a few hours ahead of time and kept in an airtight container.-Carla DeVelder, Mishawaka, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn
1-1/4 cups water, divided
1 cup complete buttermilk pancake mix
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
24 cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
Small strips green onion and/or fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the corn and 1/2 cup water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-6 minutes or until tender. Drain., In a large bowl, combine pancake mix and cheese. Add pepper sauce and remaining water; stir just until moistened. Fold in the corn, red pepper, green onion and minced cilantro., Pour batter by tablespoonfuls onto a greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top. Cook until the second side is golden brown. Set aside., In a small bowl, mash avocado with onion, jalapeno, lime juice and salt. Top each pancake with a teaspoonful of guacamole and a shrimp. Garnish with green onion and/or cilantro. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Darko Vlajkovic
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making these corn cakes again and again.


Anwar Hussen
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I made these corn cakes for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Elsie Sakwa
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These corn cakes were a bit bland for my taste.


Brenda Brown
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the corn cakes are always a crowd-pleaser.


Sami Demise
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Meh.


Pakhtoon Jinaye
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I wasn't sure what to expect with these corn cakes, but they were surprisingly delicious! The shrimp and guacamole were a great addition.


Sagor Akash
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These corn cakes were so good! I'll definitely be making them again.


Sumu Khan017
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I found the recipe to be a bit too complicated. I think there are easier ways to make corn cakes.


Shorty Ruiz
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The corn cakes were a bit dry for my taste, but the guacamole was amazing.


Mnyamezeli Kampi
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I've made these corn cakes several times and they always turn out great. They're a perfect appetizer or side dish.


ann wolfe
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These corn cakes were delicious! I especially loved the crispy edges.


Nikala Oghadze
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I made these corn cakes for my family and they loved them! They're so easy to make and the flavor is amazing.


Alek Tozievski
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These corn cakes were a hit at my dinner party! The combination of sweet corn, savory shrimp, and creamy guacamole was perfect.