Rock Shrimp Cakes with Salsa Cruda

Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
From the Earth to the Table

By John Ash

Published 1995

  • About

Rock shrimp are native to the southeastern United States and are so-named because they have a rock-hard shell that is generally removed mechanically, causing the shrimp to have a broken appearance. The flavor of rock shrimp is phenomenal however. When cooked, they have all the richness, flavor, and texture of lobster meat, at a much lower price. While rock shrimp are generally available, you can substitute regular shrimp if necessary. Be sure not to overcook either shrimp. Rock shrimp tend