Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of salmon cakes made with canned salmon. These delightful cakes are golden-brown on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as an impressive appetizer at gatherings, this easy recipe utilizes pantry staples, making it both budget-friendly and delicious. With just a few simple ingredients and under 30 minutes of preparation time, you can enjoy nutritious, protein-packed salmon cakes that everyone will love. Serve them alongside fresh salads or your favorite dipping sauces for a complete meal that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 1 (14.75 oz) can high-quality salmon, drained and flaked
- 1 cup plain or seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (dill or parsley), chopped
- ½ cup onion, diced
Instructions
- 1. Drain and flake the canned salmon into a large mixing bowl.
- 2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions in a splash of oil until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- 3. Add sautéed onions to the mixing bowl along with breadcrumbs, eggs, herbs, salt, and pepper; mix until combined.
- 4. Form the mixture into patties about 3 inches in diameter.
- 5. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 6. Transfer cooked patties to paper towels to drain excess oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop (45g)
- Calories: 136
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs. Chill formed patties in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before cooking to help them hold their shape. Customize your cakes by adding spices like paprika or cayenne for an extra kick.