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Salmon Patties Recipe

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Delicious and easy-to-make salmon patties baked and pan-fried to golden perfection. This recipe features flaky baked salmon blended with savory seasonings and crisped in a skillet for a flavorful appetizer or main dish. Serve warm with lemon wedges and tartar sauce for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

Salmon

  • 1 pound fresh salmon filet
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Patties

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup yellow onion, chopped
  • ½ cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For Serving

  • Lemon wedges (optional)
  • Tartar sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Salmon: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the salmon filet on the baking sheet skin side down.
  2. Season Salmon: Drizzle the salmon with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then sprinkle with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper evenly over the top.
  3. Bake Salmon: Bake the salmon for 15-20 minutes until it is flaky and the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove from the oven and let cool until easy to handle.
  4. Flake Salmon: Using two forks, flake the cooled salmon into small pieces, discarding the skin and any remaining bones. Transfer the flaked salmon to a large mixing bowl.
  5. Mix Patty Ingredients: Add to the bowl the 2 eggs, minced garlic, chopped onion, dry bread crumbs, Old Bay seasoning, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Stir well to combine into a uniform mixture.
  6. Form Patties: Shape the mixture into 8 equal patties, roughly 2 inches wide and ½ inch thick, ensuring they hold together firmly.
  7. Heat Skillet and Brown Patties: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place patties in the skillet in a single layer (working in batches if necessary).
  8. Cook Patties: Cook each side for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip carefully to brown both sides evenly.
  9. Drain and Serve: Remove cooked patties and place on paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve warm with lemon wedges and homemade tartar sauce, if desired.

Notes

  • Make sure to cool the salmon before flaking to avoid burning your hands and to make handling easier.
  • Work in batches when frying patties if your skillet isn’t large enough to avoid overcrowding, which prevents browning.
  • Old Bay seasoning adds signature flavor, but you can substitute with your favorite seafood seasoning blend.
  • For crispier patties, chill the formed patties in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before frying.
  • Use fresh lemons for garnish to enhance the salmon flavor with a bright citrus finish.

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