Salmon patties (also called salmon cakes or salmon croquettes) are a simple dish made by mixing cooked salmon with binders and seasonings, forming them into patties, and pan-frying until golden.
🐟 What they are
- Crispy outside, soft inside
- Made from canned or fresh cooked salmon
- Shaped like small burger patties
🧾 Common ingredients
- Salmon (canned or cooked) 🐟
- Egg (binds mixture) 🥚
- Breadcrumbs or flour (holds shape)
- Onion 🧅 or green onion
- Salt, black pepper
- Optional: garlic, mustard, parsley, chili flakes
🍳 How they’re made
- Mix salmon with egg, breadcrumbs, and seasonings
- Shape into small round patties
- Pan-fry in oil until golden brown
- Serve hot
🍽️ Taste & texture
- Crispy outside layer
- Soft, flaky salmon inside
- Savory and lightly seasoned
🧠 Why people like them
- Quick and easy to make
- Budget-friendly (especially with canned salmon)
- High in protein and omega-3 fats
- Good way to use leftover fish
🥗 Common ways to serve
- With rice or mashed potatoes
- In a sandwich or burger bun
- With salad or vegetables
- With dipping sauces (tartar, mayo, or yogurt sauce)
⚖️ Nutrition (general)
- High protein
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids (good for heart and brain)
- Moderate calories depending on frying oil
🟡 Simple summary
Salmon patties are pan-fried fish cakes made from salmon and simple binders, known for being crispy, flavorful, and easy to prepare.
