Old Fashioned Salmon Patties with Canned Salmon
Old Fashioned Salmon Patties with Canned Salmon are crispy skillet-fried salmon patties made with canned salmon, panko breadcrumbs, green onions, and seasonings. They work well for Southern dinners, budget-friendly meals, and easy seafood recipes. The outside develops a crisp golden crust while the inside stays tender and flavorful.
Servings: 4
Calories: 375kcal
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 (14.75 ounce can) pink or red canned salmon, large bones removed lightly drained (reserving one tablespoon of liquid if needed to moisten mixture)
- ¾ to 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup red pepper finely diced
- 2 tablespoons shallot finely diced
- ¼ cup green onion, chopped use both white and green parts
- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Dijon or spicy brown mustard
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg beaten
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- pepper to taste
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Drain most of the liquid from the canned salmon (reserving about 1 tablespoon). Flake it with a fork, removing any large bones. The small, soft bones are edible and will break down easily when mixed. See *Safety tip below.
- In a large bowl, combine the canned salmon and some liquid with breadcrumbs, red pepper, shallot, green onion, Old Bay seasoning, Cajun seasoning, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, beaten egg, paprika, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined, adding more breadcrumbs if needed.
- Form the mixture into 6 or 7 equal-sized patties, about ½ inch thick.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the salmon patties in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry each patty for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the cooked patties from the skillet and drain them on paper towels or a wire rack. Serve hot with flaky salt and lemon wedges.
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Notes
*Safety If you are serving the patties to small children or the elderly with chewing difficulties, remove all bones before cooking for added safety.
Cooking Notes
Mixing the salmon mixture thoroughly helps the patties stay together during frying. Cooking over medium heat gives the outside a crisp golden crust while keeping the center tender.
Tips for Best Results:
- Remove any large bones before mixing the salmon.
- Add breadcrumbs gradually so the mixture does not become dry.
- Avoid overcrowding the skillet while frying.
- Let the patties drain briefly on a wire rack after cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 375kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 134mg | Sodium: 745mg | Potassium: 493mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 761IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 368mg | Iron: 3mg
