salmon patties worth writing home to mother about

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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Michael Hall
Goodland, IN

Growing up my mother made wonderful salmon patties and always served them with fried potatoes and creamed peas on the side. I remember her base recipe, though it wasn't written, and have used it to come up with my version. This recipe has been a work in process, for many years. Salmon patties, which can be boring and bland, can be spectacular if treated correctly. I think I finally came up with the right combination of ingredients, that are not only full of flavor but will fry up crispy and golden every time. I hope you enjoy this classic as much as I do.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Anyone would be happy to eat these salmon patties... not just mom. Once fried, the golden brown outside is crunchy and crispy while the salmon inside remains tender. Rich and slightly sweet, there is tanginess from lemon and smokiness from the Old Bay seasoning. Enjoy the patties with a veggie side, turn them into sandwiches, or use them as the base for decadent eggs Benedict.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
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yield 4 - 6
prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Pan Fry

Ingredients For salmon patties worth writing home to mother about

  • 2 can
    pink salmon, bones and skin removed; juice reserved (14.75 oz each)
  • 1 bag
    Louisiana seasoned crispy fish fry mix (10 oz)
  • 6 Tbsp
    mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp
    Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 lg
    eggs
  • 2 tsp
    onion powder
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1
    lemon, juiced
  • lard or vegetable oil, for frying

How To Make salmon patties worth writing home to mother about

  • Drain the salmon, reserve the juice, and flake the salmon.
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    Drain the salmon reserving the juice. Add salmon to a large bowl. Remove skin and bones. Lightly flake apart.
  • Add 8 oz of the fish fry mix to a bowl. Add the mayonnaise, Old Bay seasoning, eggs, onion powder, salt, pepper, and juice from 1 lemon.
    2
    Add 8 oz of the fish fry mix to a bowl. Add the mayonnaise, Old Bay seasoning, eggs, onion powder, salt, pepper, and juice from 1 lemon.
  • Mix with the flaked salmon.
    3
    Mix with the flaked salmon. If the mixture is too wet, add more fish fry mix. If the mixture seems too dry, add some of the reserved juice from the salmon.
  • Make the mixture into 1/4 cup patties.
    4
    Make the mixture into 1/4 cup patties.
  • Add patties to hot oil.
    5
    In a large, cast iron preferred, skillet over medium-high heat, add lard or vegetable oil. Bring up to temperature and add patties to skillet.
  • Flip and fry until golden brown.
    6
    Cook until the edges begin to brown and you have a nice golden brown color on the bottom side; about 4-5 minutes. Flip patties, carefully, and cook another 4-5 minutes or until crispy golden. Serve warm.

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