salmon burgers

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Surrey South, BC
Updated on Sep 18, 2025

Colorful and delicious, this is a delicious way to enjoy this protein.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 8 Min
method Grill
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless salmon, divided and cut into big pieces (750 g)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped dill
  • 1 tablespoon capers, drained, rinsed and finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Cholula or Valentina
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground Himalayan pink salt, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to tase
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil, or as needed to grease the bbq grates
  • 4 large brioche buns or hamburger buns
  • 4 slices Havarti cheese (optional)
  • 1 cup tartar sauce, or as needed
  • 4 large leaves Boston lettuce, washed and drained
  • 4 slices tomato
  • 1/2 cup red onions, sliced into rings

How To Make salmon burgers

  • Step 1
    In the bowl of a food processor, add 1/3 (250 g) salmon pieces, lemon juice, and mustard. Process until the mixture turns into a paste, scraping the sides and bottom as needed.
  • Step 2
    Add the remaining 2/3 (500 g) salmon pieces and pulse until just combined with little chunks of fish of about 1/4-inch in size – don’t overdo it.
  • Step 3
    Transfer salmon mixture to a large bowl. Add bread crumbs, shallots, dill, capers, hot sauce, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
  • Step 4
    Shape the mixture into 4 patties. Place on a plate, cover with plastic wrap, and transfer to the fridge for 2 to 5 hours.
  • Step 5
    Preheat grill to 450 degrees to 500 degrees F and bring patties to room temperature.
  • Step 6
    Generously grease grates with canola oil using tongs holding paper towels. Place patties, close lid, and grill for 4 minutes per side.
  • Step 7
    Two minutes before the end of cooking, place the brioche buns on the top rack and cheese slices on the patties.
  • Step 8
    To assemble… Spread tartar sauce on the bottom and tops of buns. Place lettuce on the bottom buns, then salmon patties, followed by a slice of tomato and onion rings. Place the top buns and enjoy!
  • Step 9
    To view this tasty finger food recipe on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/7jbcdspLvfQ

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Ingredient: Seafood
Method: Grill
Culture: American
Category: Seafood

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