Description

Salmon croquettes are a delightful combination of crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior. Perfect for any occasion, these golden bites are quick to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends. With a blend of canned salmon, fresh herbs, and zesty lemon, this recipe brings comfort food to a whole new level. Serve them as appetizers or main dishes with a tangy dipping sauce, and watch them disappear in no time!

Ingredients

Scale

1 (14.75 oz) can wild-caught salmon, drained
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or dill
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ cup finely chopped onion
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying (vegetable or olive oil)

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, flake the drained salmon with a fork.
Sauté the chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
Combine the flaked salmon, sautéed onions, breadcrumbs, eggs, herbs, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in the bowl. Mix gently.
Shape the mixture into small patties (about 2 inches wide).
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; fry each patty until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side).
Drain on paper towels before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Appetizer/Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 croquette (45g)
Calories: 160
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: - For extra flavor variations, consider adding crushed crackers instead of breadcrumbs or experimenting with different herbs like dill or chives. - These croquettes freeze well; make a batch ahead of time for quick meals later.