Here’s a simple and delicious fried salmon patties recipe—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside 🐟🍽️
🐟 Ingredients (makes 4 patties)
- 1 can (14–15 oz) salmon, drained and flaked (or 1 cup cooked fresh salmon)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp finely chopped onion
- 1–2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for moisture)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2–3 tbsp oil for frying (vegetable or olive oil)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Optional add-ins: chopped parsley, dill, garlic powder, paprika
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Mix the patties
- In a bowl, combine salmon, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, mayonnaise, mustard, and seasonings
- Mix until combined but not mushy
- Form into 4 evenly sized patties
2. Heat the oil
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat
- Make sure pan is hot but not smoking
3. Fry the patties
- Place patties in the skillet
- Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy
- Avoid overcrowding the pan
4. Serve
- Serve hot with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or a side salad
💡 Tips
- Chill patties 15–20 minutes before frying to help them hold together
- For a healthier version, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch
If you want, I can make a one-pan version with vegetables included so you fry salmon patties and cook your sides at the same time—super convenient for a quick dinner.
Do you want me to do that?
