Description
Salmon Patties bring back childhood memories of simple, hearty meals that always hit the spot. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these classic patties turn affordable canned salmon into a delicious dinner that your family will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can salmon (14.75 oz)
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Supporting Ingredients:
- ¼ cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Open the salmon can and meticulously drain liquid, then carefully extract and discard any visible bones using your fingertips.
- Combine 14.75 oz salmon, 1 cup breadcrumbs, ¼ cup finely diced onion, 2 whole eggs, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper in a medium mixing bowl.
- Gently blend ingredients using your hands, ensuring even distribution without overmixing the salmon.
- Shape the mixture into 4-6 uniform patties, pressing them together firmly so they hold their shape during cooking.
- Pour 2 tablespoons vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat over medium temperature (350°F) until oil shimmers slightly.
- Carefully place salmon patties into hot skillet, allowing each side to cook for precisely 4 minutes until achieving a crisp, golden-brown exterior.
- Transfer patties onto a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
- Plate the patties immediately while they remain warm and maintain their delicate, crispy texture.
Notes
- Check canned salmon carefully to remove all small bones, which can be unpleasant to bite into while eating.
- Fresh breadcrumbs work better than store-bought, creating a lighter and crispier texture for the patties.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular breadcrumbs with almond meal or crushed gluten-free crackers.
- When forming patties, keep them relatively thin and uniform to ensure even cooking and a crispy exterior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Salmon
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg