Description
Salmon cakes made with canned salmon are a delicious and easy dish that brings the taste of the ocean to your table. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these savory cakes are bursting with flavors of fresh herbs and zesty lemon. Perfect for weeknight dinners or brunch gatherings, they will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14.75 oz) high-quality, wild-caught canned salmon, drained
- 1 cup plain or seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, flake the drained salmon using a fork. Mix in breadcrumbs, eggs, herbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 3 inches wide.
- Chill patties on a parchment-lined plate for at least 20 minutes to help them hold their shape.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Cook each patty for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 375mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 95mg