Description
This salmon cakes recipe delivers crispy, golden patties filled with tender salmon, fresh herbs, and flavorful seasonings. Perfect for a quick dinner or an elegant appetizer, these versatile cakes are easy to make with either fresh or canned salmon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked salmon (fresh or canned, flaked)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or dill
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion or green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil (olive or avocado)
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon: If using fresh salmon, bake or poach it until fully cooked, then flake into small pieces. If using canned salmon, drain the liquid and flake.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the salmon, eggs, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, parsley, onion, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in the lemon juice.
- Shape the patties: Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and form into round patties. Chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
- Cook the salmon cakes: Heat the cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy the salmon cakes warm, paired with your favorite sauces or sides.
Notes
- Substitutions: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour for a gluten-free version.
- Storage: Store cooked salmon cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Uncooked patties can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 patties
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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