Description
Salmon cakes with canned salmon are a quick, delicious option that features crispy exteriors and tender interiors. Serve them with a zesty dipping sauce for an irresistible flavor boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14.75 oz) high-quality canned salmon
- 1 cup plain or seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Drain the canned salmon and flake it into a large bowl.
- Add breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, green onions, lemon juice, and Old Bay seasoning; mix until combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 1 inch thick.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, substitute breadcrumbs with crushed crackers or incorporate fresh herbs like dill or parsley. - Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes before shaping to enhance flavors.