Description
Salmon cakes made with canned salmon are a quick and delicious solution for busy weeknights or gatherings. These crispy, golden-brown patties boast a savory flavor profile, blending the rich taste of salmon with fresh green onions and zesty lemon juice. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish, they are versatile and sure to impress your guests. Serve them with a side salad or dipping sauce for an easy meal that feels gourmet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14.75 oz) boneless, skinless canned salmon
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the counter to ensure nothing is forgotten.
- Drain the canned salmon and flake it in a mixing bowl using a fork.
- Add breadcrumbs, green onions, eggs, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; mix until combined but do not overmix.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 1-inch thick.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add patties once the oil is hot. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with additional lemon juice or tartar sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg