Absolutely! Here’s a classic Southern-style fried salmon patties recipe — crispy on the outside, tender and flavorful on the inside.
🐟 Southern Fried Salmon Patties
Serves: 4
Time: 25–30 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cans (14–15 oz) salmon, drained and flaked (or 1 lb cooked fresh salmon, flaked)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
- ½ cup finely diced onion
- 1 small bell pepper, finely diced (optional)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional but adds flavor)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2–3 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Mixture
- In a large bowl, combine:
- Flaked salmon
- Breadcrumbs/crackers
- Onion & bell pepper
- Eggs
- Mayonnaise & mustard
- Garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper
- Mix until combined. The mixture should hold together; add more breadcrumbs if too wet.
2️⃣ Form Patties
- Shape mixture into 6–8 patties, about 2–3 inches wide and ½ inch thick.
3️⃣ Fry
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and heated through.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
4️⃣ Serve
- Serve hot with:
- Lemon wedges
- Tartar sauce or remoulade
- Coleslaw or southern-style greens
- Cornbread or biscuits
Tips for the Best Patties
- Use skin-on canned salmon for extra flavor (just remove larger bones if desired).
- Don’t overcrowd the pan — fry in batches for a crispier crust.
- Chill patties 15–20 minutes before frying to help them hold together.
If you want, I can also give you a baked version that’s healthier but still crispy and flavorful.
Do you want me to do that?
