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Salmon Patties with Lemon

Crispy Salmon Patties with Lemon for Quick Comfort Food

Delight in crispy salmon patties with lemon, a gluten-free comfort food that's quick to prepare and sure to impress!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 19 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 pound Skinless Salmon For the best taste, go for wild-caught salmon.
  • 1/4 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Gluten-free panko works wonders if you need a gluten-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Cilantro can be a fun substitution for a different herbal kick.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Shallots can easily step in if preferred.
  • 1 clove Garlic In a pinch, garlic powder can serve as a quick alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt offers a lighter, healthier substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Consider lime zest for a fresh citrus twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard is a suitable backup.
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning Use any seafood seasoning blend if you can’t find this one.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk For a vegan twist, aquafaba (chickpea water) works great.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to your taste preference.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to your taste preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Feel free to substitute with vegetable oil if needed.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by coarsely chopping the skinless salmon into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch chunks, using a sharp knife for easy handling.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, sliced green onions, minced garlic, mayonnaise, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, egg yolk, and a sprinkle of salt and black pepper. Mix these ingredients well until they form a cohesive mixture, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Gently fold the chopped salmon into the mixture, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Form the mixture into eight patties that are roughly 3 inches in diameter, pressing the remaining panko breadcrumbs onto both sides of each patty.
  5. In a large skillet, heat about 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  6. Carefully place the salmon patties into the hot skillet, frying each side for about 2-3 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Once cooked, transfer the salmon patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  8. Serve your delicious salmon patties warm with fresh lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pattyCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the salmon to keep patties light and tender. Refrigerate the patties for about 15 minutes before frying to help them hold their shape.

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