Description
Salmon patties offer a quick, crispy dinner solution that brings together flaky fish and golden-brown crunch. Serve these delectable rounds with a zesty tartar sauce, and your family will devour them in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound fresh salmon (cooked and flaked)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 green onions
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt
- Pepper
Cooking and Serving:
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Blend 1 pound cooked, flaked salmon with 1 cup breadcrumbs, 2 beaten eggs, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 chopped green onions, 2 tablespoons parsley, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Form the salmon mixture into 4-6 compact patties about 3 inches wide, pressing firmly so they maintain their shape. Add extra breadcrumbs if the mixture seems too moist.
- Pour 3 tablespoons vegetable oil into a skillet and heat to 350°F over medium-high temperature, creating an even, shimmering surface.
- Gently place salmon patties into the hot oil, ensuring they do not overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom develops a crisp, golden-brown crust.
- Carefully flip the patties using a spatula and cook the opposite side for an additional 3-4 minutes, watching for an even golden-brown color and internal temperature of 145°F.
- Remove patties from the skillet and rest them on paper towels for 2 minutes to absorb excess oil and allow the exterior to set.
- Arrange hot patties on a serving plate and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Notes
- Let the salmon chill in the fridge for 30 minutes after mixing to help the patties hold their shape better during frying.
- Fresh salmon works best, but canned salmon is a convenient alternative that still delivers great flavor.
- Drain the salmon thoroughly to prevent soggy patties and ensure a crisp golden exterior.
- For a gluten-free version, swap breadcrumbs with almond meal or crushed gluten-free crackers to maintain the perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Fried
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 to 6
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg