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Easy Salmon Patties

Easy Salmon Patties for a Quick and Crispy Delight

These Easy Salmon Patties are a game changer for busy weeknights, combining fresh or canned salmon with simple ingredients for a delightful dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Mixture
  • 1 can Canned Salmon or fresh cooked salmon
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs or regular breadcrumbs
  • 1 large Egg beaten, or flaxseed egg for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a healthier option
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt or fine sea salt and garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
  • 1/4 cup Parsley chopped, or dried parsley
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter or margarine for non-dairy option

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 7-9 minutes until softened and golden; cool slightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flaked canned salmon, sautéed vegetables, 1 cup of Panko bread crumbs, 1 beaten egg, 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, and 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce. Mix well until combined.
  3. With damp hands, form 1/4 cup of the salmon mixture into patties about 2 inches wide and 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick. Place on parchment paper and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes.
  4. In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add formed patties, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Transfer cooked salmon patties to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot with dipping sauce and salad or coleslaw.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pattieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To enhance flavor, consider adding jalapeños or different herbs like dill or chives to the mixture.

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