Description
This salmon cake recipe delivers crispy, irresistible homemade delights perfect as appetizers or a main course. Made with fresh or canned salmon, zesty spices, and a golden-brown exterior, these salmon cakes are easy to customize and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked salmon (fresh or canned salmon cakes)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients are measured and ready. Drain canned salmon well and remove any bones. Chop fresh herbs and measure spices.
- Mix the Salmon Cake Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine salmon, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, parsley, dill, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and beaten egg. Gently mix until well combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Shape the Salmon Patties: Divide the salmon mixture into equal portions (about 1/4 cup each) and shape into patties. Place the shaped patties on parchment paper.
- Cook the Salmon Cakes: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place salmon cakes in the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
Notes
- Don’t Overmix: Overmixing can make the salmon cakes tough. Mix just until combined.
- Chill the Mixture: Chilling the mixture for 30 minutes before shaping helps retain shape.
- Use Panko Breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs give a crispier exterior.
- Control the Heat: Ensure the skillet isn’t too hot to prevent burning.
- Drain Canned Salmon Well: Drain canned salmon thoroughly to avoid soggy cakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon cake
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg