Description
These flavorful salmon cakes are a delicious way to enjoy seafood. Made with flaked salmon, breadcrumbs, and a blend of seasonings, these crispy patties are perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Salmon Cakes:
- 1 pound cooked salmon, flaked (or canned salmon, drained and bones removed)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup finely diced celery
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
- lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flaked salmon, breadcrumbs, eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, parsley, red onion, celery, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into 8 equal patties.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the salmon cakes for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges.
Mix gently until just combined.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, chill the patties for 30 minutes before frying.
- You can substitute canned tuna for salmon if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cakes
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
