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Easy Salmon Patties

Ridiculously easy to whip up, these flavorful salmon patties are a step up from your everyday weeknight dinner but still simple enough for a busy schedule. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Patties
  • 14-15 oz canned salmon or salmon in packets well drained
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil divided
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion 1 cup, finely diced
  • 1/2 medium red bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic salt (or 1/2 tsp fine sea salt and 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup parsley finely minced

Equipment

  • Medium skillet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Clean Non-stick Pan
  • Plate lined with paper towels

Method
 

  1. Step 1: First things first, let's get those veggies softened up. Set a medium skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the butter is melted and bubbly, toss in your finely diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté them until they're nice and golden brown, about 7-9 minutes. This brings out their natural sweetness! Once they look tender and lovely, remove the skillet from the heat.
  2. Step 2: Now, in a large mixing bowl, gently flake your drained salmon. Add the sautéed pepper and onion mixture, Panko bread crumbs, lightly beaten egg, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, black pepper, and that fresh chopped parsley. Give it all a good stir until everything is just combined. Don't overmix, we want to keep some texture!
  3. Step 3: Time to shape our delicious creation! Grab about a heaping tablespoonful of the salmon mixture at a time and gently form it into patties. Aim for about 2 inches wide and 1/3 to 1/2-inch thick. They don't need to be perfect – rustic charm is part of the appeal!
  4. Step 4: Grab a clean non-stick pan (this is key for easy cleanup!). Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. You want the pan to be nice and hot, shimmering a little.
  5. Step 5: Carefully place your salmon patties into the hot pan in a single layer. Don't overcrowd the pan; cook them in batches if needed. Let them sizzle for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until they are beautifully golden brown and cooked through. If they're browning too fast, just turn the heat down a notch.
  6. Step 6: Once they're perfectly cooked, remove the salmon patties to a plate lined with paper towels. This helps soak up any extra oil. Repeat with the remaining oil, butter, and salmon patties. Serve them hot and get ready for the compliments!

Notes

Make it lighter by swapping heavy cream with half-and-half. Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra veggies. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days.