How to Make Salmon Cake Sliders and Garlic Aioli - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salmon cake sliders with garlic aioli are the perfect way to enjoy the rich, buttery flavor of salmon in a fun and portable form. These mini sandwiches are packed with tender, flaky salmon and topped with a creamy, garlicky aioli that takes them to the next level. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a show-stopping party appetizer, these sliders are sure to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound salmon, chopped
  • ½ cup finely chopped bell pepper
  • ¼ cup olive oil mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 12 slider-size burger buns, split
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 sliders

  • Mix salmon, bell pepper, olive oil mayonnaise, bread crumbs, green onion, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon cilantro, mustard, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, seafood seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk egg in a small bowl; pour over salmon mixture and mix until evenly incorporated. Form salmon mixture into 12 patties.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook salmon patties in batches until lightly browned, about 5 minutes per side. Place 1 patty in each slider bun.
  • Mix mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon cilantro, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and garlic together in a bowl to make aioli. Spread aioli over the salmon patties.
  • Nutrition

    324 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 45mg
    • Sodium: 400mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 161g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 16mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 225mg