Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties Recipe
These Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties are a delightful blend of flavors and textures, perfect for a quick and healthy seafood dinner. With a golden, crispy exterior and moist, flavorful interior, these salmon patties are sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 8 patties 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salmon Patties:
- 2 cans (14.75 ounces each) pink salmon (drained and flaked)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- cooking spray or olive oil for air fryer
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flaked salmon, panko breadcrumbs, eggs, mayonnaise, green onions, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape Patties: Shape the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
- Air Fry: Place patties in a single layer without overcrowding. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Serve warm with tartar sauce or lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, brush patties lightly with oil before air frying.
- You can substitute fresh salmon if preferred, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
