Southern 5-Ingredient Salmon Patties
These classic Southern salmon patties are simple, savory, and crispy. Made with just five ingredients, they come together quickly for a budget-friendly and comforting meal that’s perfect for weeknights.
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Ingredients
- 2 cans salmon 5–6 oz each, drained and flaked (remove bones and skin if desired)
- 1/2 cup finely crushed saltine crackers or plain bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion or 1 tbsp dried minced onion
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp seasoned salt or salt to taste
- oil vegetable or canola, for pan-frying
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the drained, flaked salmon, crushed saltines, diced onion, egg, and seasoned salt.
- Mix gently with a fork or your hands until evenly combined and the mixture holds together. Add more crushed crackers if too wet or a little water if too dry.
- Divide the mixture into 6–8 portions and shape each into a patty about 1/2 inch thick. Set aside on a plate.
- Heat a thin layer of oil in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the patties to the skillet, spacing them out. Cook for 3–4 minutes on one side until golden and crisp.
- Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes until browned and heated through. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate.
- Taste and sprinkle with extra salt if needed. Serve hot with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or your favorite dip.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce to the mix or serve with remoulade sauce. Leftovers are great for sandwiches!
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 11.8gProtein: 20gFat: 17.3gSaturated Fat: 3.4gCholesterol: 104mgSodium: 537mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.4g