How to Make Pan-Fried Salmon Croquettes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salmon is a delicious and nutritious fish that is widely popular among seafood lovers. The tender and flavorful flesh of salmon lends itself nicely to a variety of cooking methods, but one of the best ways to enjoy it is in the form of crispy, pan-fried croquettes. These Pan-Fried Salmon Croquettes are not only easy to make, but they are also a perfect way to use up leftover salmon or to elevate a simple weeknight meal.

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Ingredients

  • 3 (14.75 ounce) cans salmon, drained and flaked
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • salt to taste
  • 1 cup seafood breader
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 croquettes

  • Combine salmon, eggs, and onion in a bowl. Season with cayenne and salt; mix well. Place fish fry in another bowl.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • While the oil heats, place a large spoonful of salmon in the palm of your hand and form an oval croquette patty. Place croquettes in the fish fry and flip over to coat. Repeat to form remaining croquettes.
  • Working in batches, place croquettes in the hot oil and cook until edges have browned, about 5 minutes. Flip and cook the other side, about 5 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined platter and repeat to cook remaining batches.
  • Nutrition

    236 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 96mg
    • Sodium: 754mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 237mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 328mg