Perfectly crisp on the outside and deliciously tender and flaky on the inside! Made with fresh salmon instead of canned and full of flavor. A tempting salmon dinner that’s sure to impress!
Servings: 8 patties
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 lbs skinless salmon
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs, divided
- 2 1/2 Tbsp minced fresh parsley
- 2 green onions, chopped (1/3 cup)
- 1 garlic clove, minced (1 tsp)
- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tsp lemon zest, plus lemon wedges for serving
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 3/4 tsp old bay seasoning
- 1 egg yolk
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 6 Tbsp olive oil, divided
Instructions
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Using a sharp knife coarsely chop salmon to a sausage like texture (approx. 1/4-inch pieces). This can also be done in a 3 batches in quick bursts in a food processor.
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In a large mixing bowl stir together 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs, parsley, green onions, garlic, mayonnaise, lemon zest, dijon mustard, old bay seasoning, egg yolk, 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste) and 1/4 tsp pepper.
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Add salmon then toss well to evenly coat with mixture. Scoop mixture 1/3 cup at a time creating 8 equal portions.
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Pour remaining 3/4 cup panko into a shallow dish. Press and shape portions into 3-inch patties then coat and gently press into panko, coating both sides.
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Pour 3 Tbsp oil into a large non-stick skillet and heat to medium-high heat.
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Add four salmon patties (if needed carefully tilt pan for oil to run under salmon if it isn’t already). Let fry until golden brown on bottom, about 2 minutes.
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Carefully flip and continue to cook until second side is golden brown and patties are just cooked through, about 2 minutes longer.
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Let drain on paper towels then repeat with repeat process with remaining four salmon patties. Serve warm with lemon wedges for spritzing over.
Notes
- Update: I’ve had several readers mention that canned salmon worked well for them so just use whichever you prefer.
Nutrition Facts
Salmon Patties
Calories 243Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 70mg23%
Sodium 219mg10%
Potassium 365mg10%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 18g36%
Vitamin A 200IU4%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 17mg2%
Iron 0.8mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
