How to Make Easy Salmon Patties - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salmon patties are a quick and easy dish that can be whipped up in no time, making them perfect for a weeknight dinner. Plus, they're a great way to incorporate more omega-3 fatty acids into your diet! This recipe for Easy Salmon Patties is not only delicious, but also budget-friendly and versatile. Whether you're a seafood lover or just looking for a new way to enjoy salmon, these patties are sure to become a favorite in your home.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can salmon, drained and liquid reserved
  • ⅓ cup chopped onion
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour, or more as needed
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 cups shortening, or more as needed
  • ¼ cup cornmeal, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 8 patties

  • Mix salmon, onion, and egg together in a bowl; stir in flour. Stir baking powder and 2 tablespoons reserved salmon liquid together in a separate bowl; stir into salmon mixture until mixture holds together when shaped. Add more flour if mixture is too soft. Add more reserved salmon liquid if mixture is too firm. Shape salmon mixture into small patties.
  • Heat shortening in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Spread cornmeal into a shallow bowl and press patties into cornmeal until evenly coated on both sides.
  • Fry patties in the hot shortening until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer patties to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon.
  • Nutrition

    378 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 93mg
    • Sodium: 580mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 346mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 370mg