Description
Grandma’s Famous Salmon Cakes are a classic dish that brings together the flavors of tender pink salmon with a crispy exterior. These savory cakes are perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Cakes:
- 2 cans (14.75 ounces each) pink salmon, drained and flaked
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or crushed saltine crackers
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the flaked salmon, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined but not mushy.
- Shape the Patties: Shape the mixture into 8 equal patties.
- Fry the Salmon Cakes: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Drain the cooked salmon cakes on paper towels. Serve warm with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crunch, coat patties lightly in breadcrumbs before frying.
- These salmon cakes can be made ahead and frozen—reheat in the oven or air fryer.
- Delicious served with tartar sauce, a green salad, or sandwiched on a bun.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon cake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
