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Golden, crispy salmon patties with tartar sauce and lemon

Old-Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe: Easy, Crispy, and Delicious

This old-fashioned salmon patties recipe is a nostalgic, budget-friendly dish made with pantry staples like canned salmon, breadcrumbs, and eggs. Quick, easy, and packed with flavor, these crispy patties are perfect for dinner or any meal. Serve with your favorite sides for a satisfying, protein-rich experience.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 patties 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 14 ounces Canned salmon
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 2 large Eggs
  • finely chopped, ¼ cup Onion
  • chopped, 2 tablespoons Parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon Mixture: Drain the canned salmon and flake it into a bowl, removing large bones if preferred. Add breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Shape the Patties: Divide the mixture into 6–8 portions and shape into patties about ½ inch thick.
  3. Cook the Patties: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
  4. Serve: Enjoy warm with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, or your favorite sides.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed gluten-free crackers.
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy twist.
  • Chilling the patties for 15 minutes before frying helps them hold their shape better.
  • Author: Joël
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 patty
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 370mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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