Description
Succulent salmon patties blend coastal flavors with homestyle comfort, creating a delightful meal perfect for seafood enthusiasts. Crispy on the outside and tender within, this dish delivers rich, satisfying flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 (14.75 ounces / 418 grams) can salmon, drained & flaked (or 2 cups cooked fresh salmon)
- 1 large egg, beaten
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or green onions
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking and Serving:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (for frying)
- Tartar sauce or garlic aioli
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh dill or parsley
Instructions
- Flake the salmon thoroughly in a spacious mixing vessel, ensuring no large chunks remain.
- Integrate breadcrumbs, whisked egg, and mayonnaise into the salmon, creating a cohesive blend.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper across the mixture, gently folding to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice and incorporate finely chopped parsley, mixing until ingredients are uniformly distributed.
- Assess the consistency of the mixture; if it appears too loose, gradually introduce additional breadcrumbs until the texture becomes compact and holds together smoothly.
- Form the salmon mixture into uniform patties, shaping them with gentle pressure to maintain structural integrity.
- Heat a skillet with a thin layer of oil over medium-high temperature, allowing the surface to become sufficiently hot.
- Carefully place salmon patties into the skillet, cooking for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust and are heated completely through.
- Transfer cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and allow brief cooling before serving.
Notes
- Choose fresh or canned salmon for best texture, ensuring no bones remain for a smooth patty experience.
- Gently fold ingredients to prevent overmixing, which can make patties tough and dense instead of light and flaky.
- Chill the mixture for 15-20 minutes before forming patties to help them hold together better during cooking.
- Swap breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free crackers for a celiac-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg