Description
Salmon cakes made with canned salmon are a quick and delicious way to enjoy seafood at home. With a crispy exterior and a tender, flaky interior, these savory bites burst with rich flavors from fresh herbs and spices. Perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to impressive brunch gatherings, these salmon cakes will leave your guests asking for more. Follow this simple recipe to create a delightful dish that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14.75 oz) high-quality canned salmon, drained
- 1 cup plain or panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained canned salmon, breadcrumbs, parsley, onion, garlic powder, salt, pepper, eggs, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties approximately 3 inches wide and 1 inch thick.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Cook each patty for 4-5 minutes on one side until golden brown; flip gently using a spatula and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes on the other side.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg