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Turn basic canned salmon into crunchy, golden cakes with this classic dish. These soft yet filling patties mix flaky fish with fresh herbs and spices, making a cheap meal that tastes totally fancy.
In my childhood, salmon patties were what my grandma made best. She showed me that keeping the tiny bones actually adds calcium, so we never took them out for the health boost.
Smart Ingredient Choices
- Canned salmon: Pick wild-caught for tastier, healthier results
- Fresh aromatics: Tiny chopped onions give needed taste foundation
- Binding agents: Real eggs and mayo help get the right feel
- Breadcrumbs: Panko gives a fluffier result than regular crumbs
- Seasonings: New lemon cuts through the rich fish taste
- Frying oil: Go for plain oil that won't burn easily
Making Flawless Cakes
- Salmon Prep:
- Take off skin but keep bones for better nutrition and feel
- Mix Creation:
- Stir salmon with flavorings and binding stuff until barely combined
- Cake Shaping:
- Form into same-sized patties without mixing too much
- First Cooling:
- Let patties sit in fridge to help them stay together
- Smart Frying:
- Warm oil until it ripples before putting cakes in
- Brown Perfection:
- Fry until deep gold color, flipping just once
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My best memory as a kid is helping form these patties while grandma told stories about making them when money was tight.
Delicious Pairing Ideas
Serve with homemade tangy sauce and fresh lemon pieces for a traditional meal.
Creative Variations
Throw in some fresh herbs, little pickled buds, or tiny cut celery for different flavors. Try coating with panko for extra crunch.
Smart Storage
Keep raw patties in fridge up to 24 hours. After cooking, they'll stay good for two days.
These patties are comfort food done right - basic ingredients turned into something special through simple care and know-how.
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Recipe FAQs
- → Can fresh salmon take the place of canned?
- Sure, you’ll need 2 cups of cooked, flaked fresh salmon.
- → How should I store leftovers?
- Pop them into an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- → Can these patties go in the freezer?
- Definitely! Freeze either cooked or uncooked patties for up to 3 months.
- → What sides go well with these?
- Pair with rice, a crisp salad, roasted veggies, or a dollop of tartar sauce.
- → Is baking an option instead of frying?
- Yep, bake them at 400°F for about 10-12 minutes on each side.