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Salmon Cakes with Lemon Zest

A delightful seafood treat with a hint of lemon zest.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can Salmon 14.75 oz, drained and flaked (or 1 cup cooked salmon)
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Panko or regular
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Green onions Finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • Salt and pepper To taste
  • Olive oil For frying

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Spatula
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flaked salmon, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, green onions, parsley, egg, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into patties, about 3 inches in diameter, and place them on a plate.
  3. In a large skillet, heat a few tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Once the oil is hot, add the salmon cakes to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Transfer the cooked cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the mixture before shaping the patties.