Description
Southern comfort meets seafood magic in these crispy Fried Salmon Patties, a nostalgic dish that brings family traditions to life. Home cooks will savor the golden-brown exterior and tender, flavorful center of this classic Southern recipe.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 1 (14 3/4 ounces / 418 grams) canned salmon, drained
Binding and Coating Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) flour
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) cornmeal
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) mayonnaise
Aromatic Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) onion, finely chopped
Instructions
- Carefully extract salmon from the can, eliminating all excess liquid by thoroughly draining. Gently break down the fish into uniform, delicate flakes using a fork within a spacious mixing vessel.
- Incorporate finely diced onion, cornmeal, flour, creamy mayonnaise, and a whisked egg into the salmon fragments. Blend ingredients meticulously until a cohesive mixture emerges.
- Craft uniform patties with consistent sizing, ensuring they maintain a compact structure that will hold together during cooking.
- Warm vegetable oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, reaching approximately 350°F. Carefully position salmon patties into the sizzling oil, allowing each side to transform into a rich golden-brown exterior.
- Execute a single, strategic flip midway through cooking to guarantee even browning and complete interior heat penetration. Anticipate roughly 3-4 minutes per side for optimal crispness.
- Remove patties using a slotted spatula, positioning them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crunchiness.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, potentially accompanied by a zesty remoulade or tangy tartar sauce for enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Check salmon carefully for any small bones before flaking to prevent choking hazards.
- Drain canned salmon completely using a fine-mesh strainer to remove excess moisture for crispier patties.
- Use fresh breadcrumbs instead of cornmeal for a lighter texture if preferred by your family.
- Experiment with adding fresh herbs like dill or parsley to enhance the salmon’s natural flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 303 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg