Salmon Cakes
Indulge in the delightful crunch and flavor of homemade salmon cakes, featuring juicy wild-caught salmon and a medley of fresh herbs. Perfect for any occasion, these golden beauties can be served as an appetizer, main dish, or even in a sandwich. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, they transform simple ingredients into a mouthwatering treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh wild-caught salmon
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch)
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (zest optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Cook the salmon by baking or pan-searing until fully cooked (about 10-15 minutes at 375°F).
- Let the salmon cool slightly, then flake it into pieces using a fork.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flaked salmon, breadcrumbs, eggs, green onions, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 2-3 inches wide.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each patty for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg