Chamorro Shrimp Patties are a popular dish in Guam and the Mariana Islands, known for their delicious blend of flavors and heartiness.

Traditionally, Shrimp Patties are made from a mix of fresh shrimp, vegetables, and a batter consisting of flour, eggs, and evaporated milk. However, one of the beautiful things about this dish is its versatility. You can easily substitute the shrimp with other types of seafood or even tofu for a vegetarian version. Similarly, you can play around with the vegetables, incorporating any leftover veggies you have in your fridge.

In this version of the recipe, we’ve used a delightful mix of garlic, onions, chives, carrots, and blanched spinach, but feel free to get creative with your own combinations. The aim is to reduce waste and make the most of the ingredients you have on hand. The addition of Best Foods Mayonnaise adds a creamy richness to the batter, further enhancing the flavor of the patties.

Another twist on the traditional recipe is the addition of a Dinanche Mayo dip. Dinanche is a spicy sauce made from local hot peppers and sometimes coconut milk, and is a staple in Chamorro cuisine. Mixing it with mayonnaise creates a creamy, spicy dip that pairs perfectly with the Shrimp Patties.

Remember, there are many ways to prepare Chamorro Shrimp Patties, and no one way is the ‘right’ way. Each family, each cook, brings their own unique spin to the recipe, leading to a wonderful diversity of flavors and textures.

This recipe was actually my second sponsored instagram post ever with Best Foods Mayonnaise, aimed to inspire you to see the potential in your forgotten veggies and transform them into a mouthwatering dish. So, next time you’re doing a fridge hunt, why not whip up some Chamorro Shrimp Patties?

Chamorro Shrimp Patties

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup evaporated milk
• 2 eggs
• 1 tbsp mayo
• 1 tbsp lobster base
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 2 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp mayo
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 cups cooked shrimp (chopped)
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 1/2 cup chives
• 1/2 cup carrots
• 1/2 cup blanched spinach
• Chives, for garnish
• Lemon slices

For the Denanche Dip:

• 1 tbsp favorite dinanche, I used Suprim Denanche
• 2 tbsp Best Foods Mayonnaise

Instructions:

1. Whisk eggs and evaporated milk.
2. Add in vegetables and shrimp.
3. Add in flour, baking powder, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Best Foods Mayonnaise, Lobster base.
4. Heat up oil of choice to 350 Degrees and, using two spoons (a small ice cream scooper may help too), slowly drop batter into the oil. Cook until golden brown.
5. Serve with Dinanche Mayo dip, lemon, and enjoy!

Here is a short video on how I made these delicious shrimp patties: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cp2iwKsv0n5/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==