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Salmon patties recipe golden crispy exterior broken open showing tender flaky fish interior

Best Salmon Patties Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Aliana Recipes
These golden, crispy salmon patties are the perfect weeknight dinner solution with tender, flaky interiors and incredible flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they're budget-friendly comfort food that tastes like restaurant quality — my family can't get enough of these!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings:6 Patties
Course:Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine:American, Southern
Calories:185kcal
Cost:$8.50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 14-15 oz Canned salmon or salmon packets Well drained and flaked
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Divided for cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter Divided for cooking
  • 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced About 1 cup when diced
  • ½ whole Red bell pepper seeded and diced Adds color and flavor
  • ½ cup Panko bread crumbs For binding and texture
  • 1 large Egg, lightly beaten Helps bind ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Adds moisture and richness
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce For umami depth
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic salt Or substitute with sea salt and garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper For seasoning
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley, finely minced Adds freshness and color

Equipment

  • 1 Medium skillet For sautéing vegetables and cooking patties
  • 1 Large mixing bowl To combine all salmon patty ingredients
  • 1 Non-stick pan For cooking the salmon patties without sticking
  • 1 Paper towels For draining finished patties

Method
 

  1. Set medium skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Add diced onion and bell pepper, sauté until golden and softened, 7 to 9 minutes. Remove from heat.
  2. In large mixing bowl, combine flaked salmon, sautéed vegetables, bread crumbs, beaten egg, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Using hands, form mixture into patties using about a heaping tablespoon each. Mold into 2-inch wide by ⅓ to ½ inch thick rounds. Let rest 5 minutes.
  4. In clean non-stick pan, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat until hot and shimmering.
  5. Add salmon patties to hot pan in single layer, avoiding overcrowding. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crispy on bottom.
  6. Carefully flip patties and cook 3 to 4 minutes more until second side is golden brown and patties are cooked through. Adjust heat if browning too quickly.
  7. Remove finished patties to paper towel-lined plate to drain briefly. Repeat with remaining patties, adding more oil and butter as needed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 85gCalories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 18gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 285mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

The secret to perfect salmon patties is draining the canned salmon completely and not overmixing the ingredients. Sautéing the vegetables first removes excess moisture and adds incredible flavor. These patties freeze beautifully for up to 3 months and reheat perfectly in a skillet.