Old-Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe
These old-fashioned salmon patties are a classic Southern favorite, made with canned salmon and simple ingredients. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they are perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 patties 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salmon Patties:
- 1 (14.75-ounce) can pink salmon, drained and flaked (bones and skin removed if desired)
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup finely diced onion
- 1/4 cup finely diced green bell pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or crushed saltine crackers
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the salmon, egg, onion, bell pepper, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape Patties: Shape the mixture into 6 equal-sized patties.
- Fry Patties: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties for 3–4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve warm with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of Old Bay seasoning to the mixture.
- Patties can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 1 day before frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
