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Salmon Cakes Recipe

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 salmon cakes 1x
  • Category: Appetizer / Main Course
  • Method: Pan‑frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Description

Savory salmon cakes made with flaked salmon, seasoned breadcrumbs, fresh herbs, and a touch of lemon, pan-fried until golden and crisp.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) cooked salmon, flaked
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or fresh)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (optional)
  • 1 small shallot or green onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2–3 Tbsp oil or butter, for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix flaked salmon, breadcrumbs, eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, parsley, dill (if using), shallot, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into 8 patties (about 3″ diameter and ¾″ thick). If too soft, refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
  3. Heat oil or butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  4. Cook patties 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and heated through.
  5. Transfer cooked salmon cakes to a paper towel-lined plate briefly to drain excess oil.
  6. Serve warm with lemon wedges and optional tartar sauce, aioli, or remoulade.

Notes

  • Use canned salmon if preferred—drain well and remove any large bones.
  • Chill patties before cooking to help them hold shape.
  • Make ahead: refrigerate formed patties up to 2 hours before frying.
  • Freeze uncooked patties on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 1 month. Thaw before cooking.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute gluten-free panko.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon cake (approx. 4 oz)
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 17 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg