Description
Discover the ultimate Salmon Cake Recipe that’s crispy, flavorful, and easy to make. These savory salmon cakes are perfect for lunch or dinner and are packed with health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh salmon fillet, skin removed
- 1 (14.75 ounce) can salmon, drained
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the fresh salmon by ensuring it’s skinless and boneless, then dice into small pieces.
- Combine the diced fresh salmon with the drained canned salmon in a large bowl.
- Add breadcrumbs, chopped onion, parsley, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to the salmon mixture, gently mix until combined.
- Form the mixture into patties, about 3/4 inch thick, ensuring they hold their shape.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the ingredients to avoid tough salmon cakes.
- Chill the salmon mixture for 30 minutes before forming patties for firmer texture.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent sticking and ensure even browning.
- Control cooking heat for thorough cooking without burning.
- Add more breadcrumbs or a beaten egg if the mixture is too wet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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