salmon patties 101

Name: Salmon Patties 101
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: some - cooking oil or crisco, if frying; some - cooking spray, optional; 1 can(s) salmon; 1 - egg; 1/2 cup(s) cracker crumbs, bread crumbs, or uncooked oatmeal; some - salt and/or pepper, to taste; some - fresh lemons or lemon juice, optional; ## OPTIONS; some - chopped onion; some - finely chopped green pepper; some - prepared horseradish; some - parsley, dill, paprika, or other spices; a little - worcestershire sauce or hot sauce

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Fran Miller

Parkersburg, WV

Updated on Mar 17, 2012

First off, what's up with the spelling of salmon? Why do we need that silent L? That always confused me as a child, but delights me as an adult. I suspect the fish could care less. I grew up eating salmon patties served with buttered potatoes and salad with homemade viniagrette, all served on the same plate. I still love that taste combination! This is a basic recipe with some ideas for variations. Mom used cracker crumbs, while I switched to oatmeal, which also sneaks in some fiber. Play around with your spices and make this recipe your own! =^..^=

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prep time 5 Min

cook time 10 Min

method Stove Top

yield 4-6 servings, depending on size

Ingredients

some - cooking oil or crisco, if frying
some - cooking spray, optional
1 can salmon
1 - egg
1/2 cup cracker crumbs, bread crumbs, or uncooked oatmeal
some - salt and/or pepper, to taste
some - fresh lemons or lemon juice, optional
OPTIONS
some - chopped onion
some - finely chopped green pepper
some - prepared horseradish
some - parsley, dill, paprika, or other spices
a little - worcestershire sauce or hot sauce

How To Make salmon patties 101

Step 1

If you're going to fry the salmon patties, put a small amount of cooking oil or Crisco in the bottom of a frying pan & set it on the heat. Healthy types can pan fry using cooking spray or broil in the oven. Whichever you're doing, prep it now.

Step 2

Drain liquid from the salmon and put into a medium mixing bowl. Decide about the bones, which are totally edible & a good source of calcium. Toss them or crumble them up? Your call.
Step 3

Add the egg and whatever spices or other options you like.
Step 4

Toss in the cracker crumbs (or other filling of choice). Mix together well. (OK, I admit that I use my hands to mix this up, but use a spoon, if it makes you happy.)
Step 5

Form into 4 to 6 patties and place into your prepared cooking pan. Frying takes 3 or 4 minutes per side, depending on the oil and/or pan temperature. Broiling might take a little less. (CHECK sooner!)
Step 6

In our family, we serve salmon patties with (lots of) lemon juice. Feel free to be a rebel and serve them with ketchup, cocktail sauce, and/or tartar sauce, too. =^..^=
Step 7

ANOTHER OPTION: Salmon Loaf Make the mixture a little stiffer with more filler, then press into a loaf pan (already misted with cooking spray). Bake at 350 degrees F. for about 40-45 minutes. Remove from oven & allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with lemon or check out Direction #6 above.
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