Description
These crispy, golden Salmon Cakes are the ultimate weeknight dinner solution—quick, satisfying, and packed with flavor. Made with pantry staples or fresh ingredients, they’re endlessly adaptable and guaranteed to earn you some dinner-time bragging rights.
Ingredients
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2 cans (6 oz each) salmon, drained and flaked
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
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1/4 cup finely chopped onion
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1/4 cup chopped parsley or dill
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2 eggs, lightly beaten
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mix together salmon, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, eggs, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
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Form the mixture into 6-8 patties, pressing firmly to help them hold together.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add patties to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
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Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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Serve warm with a squeeze of lemon, tartar sauce, or your favorite side salad.
Notes
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For a lighter version, try baking the patties at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
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These can be made ahead and frozen—just reheat in the oven or skillet when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: o g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 14
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: salmon cakes, easy dinner, quick meals, pantry recipe, weeknight dinner