Description
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these salmon patties paired with a tangy lemon garlic sauce are perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 ounces) of salmon, drained and flaked
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and flaked salmon, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, egg, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Using clean hands or a spoon, shape the mixture into 6-8 equal-sized patties. If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit more breadcrumbs until it holds together.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add about 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place the patties into the skillet. Don’t overcrowd the pan—work in batches if needed.
- Cook each patty for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to gently flip them, being careful not to break them.
- While the patties are cooking, prepare the lemon garlic sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Once the patties are cooked, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
- Serve the warm salmon patties with the lemon garlic sauce on the side or drizzled on top. Enjoy!
Notes
Chill the mixture if it’s too soft to shape. Adjust the sauce consistency with water or lemon juice if needed. Use fresh salmon for a more flavorful option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 18
Keywords: salmon patties, lemon garlic sauce, quick dinner, seafood recipe, healthy meal