Salmon patties (also called salmon cakes) are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and super budget-friendly—especially if you use canned salmon.
🍽️ Classic Salmon Patties Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 can salmon (drained, bones removed if desired)
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
- 2 tbsp chopped onion
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for moisture)
- Salt, pepper
- 1–2 tbsp oil for frying
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep the salmon
- Flake it in a bowl with a fork.
- Mix everything
- Add egg, breadcrumbs, onion, mayo, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until it holds together.
- Form patties
- Shape into small round cakes.
- Cook
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
✨ Tips for perfect patties
- If mixture is too wet → add more breadcrumbs
- If too dry → add a little mayo or milk
- Chill for 15 minutes before frying to help them hold shape
🍋 Easy serving ideas
- With lemon wedges and a side salad
- On a sandwich or burger bun
- With rice or mashed potatoes
👍 Optional flavor boosts
- Garlic or mustard
- Fresh herbs (parsley, dill)
- A dash of hot sauce or chili flakes 🌶️
🥄 Simple dipping sauce
Mix:
- 2 tbsp mayo
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt & pepper
These are quick, filling, and perfect for a weeknight meal.
If you want, I can show you a no-fry (oven or air fryer) version that’s lighter but still crispy.
