Description
These flavorful Salmon Patties are a perfect choice for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer for gatherings. With their crispy exterior and savory taste, they put a delightful spin on traditional seafood dishes. Ready in less than an hour, these versatile patties can be served as an appetizer, main course, or even nestled in sandwiches, making them a family favorite. Packed with protein and seasoned with aromatic herbs, this recipe is not only delicious but also healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 ounces canned salmon (drained and deboned)
- 3/4 cup crushed saltine crackers
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the salmon, crushed crackers, minced garlic, egg, pepper, salt, onion powder, Old Bay seasoning, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
- Cover the mixture and chill in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to help it firm up.
- Shape the chilled mixture into patties about 2 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Fry each patty for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Use a spatula to flip gently.
- Transfer cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil before serving warm with parsley and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (60g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg