Can I use canned salmon for this recipe?

Absolutely! Canned salmon works great, and it’s super convenient.

What can I substitute for panko bread crumbs?

If you’re out of panko, you can use regular breadcrumbs or even crushed crackers. Just keep in mind the texture might differ a bit.

Can I bake the salmon cakes instead of frying?

You bet! Preheat your oven to 400°F , place the patties on a lined baking sheet, and bake for about 15-20 minutes , flipping halfway through.

Salmon Cakes (Quick and Easy)

Name: Quick and Easy Salmon Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb salmon; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp salt; 3 tbsp butter; 1 cup plain panko crumbs; 1 cup red onion, chopped finely; 1/3 cup red bell pepper, chopped; 1/3 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 2 tbsp mayonnaise; 1 tbsp sour cream; 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill; 2 tbsp parsley, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1/2 tsp smoked or sweet paprika; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Description

Delicious salmon cakes that come together in about 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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1 lb salmon
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
3 tbsp butter
1 cup plain panko crumbs
1 cup red onion, chopped finely
1/3 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/3 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp sour cream
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
2 tbsp parsley, chopped
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp smoked or sweet paprika
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Clean the salmon with lemon juice and warm water, then dry it with a paper towel.
Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and bake for 10-15 minutes until flaky.
In a pan, heat olive oil and butter and sauté the onions and peppers for about 7 minutes until translucent.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked salmon, panko crumbs, sautéed veggies, eggs, dill, parsley, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mayo, and sour cream. Mix well.
Form about 10-12 patties from the mixture.
Add more butter and olive oil to the pan, heat to medium, and fry the patties for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

These salmon cakes can be customized with various ingredients and are great for using leftovers.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 patty
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 150mg