Salmon Cakes
This recipe uses canned salmon but can also be can also be made with leftover cooked salmon. It has an interesting mixture of seasonings so the flavor is more complex than many salmon cake recipes.
is inspired by Judiebug from AllRecipes.com — Makes 4 large Salmon Cakes or 8 small cakes
INGREDIENTS
1 can (14.75 oz) salmon, drained, flaked
6 Tbsp. Panko breadcrumbs (can use 3 Tbs. Italian- style Panko and 3Tbs. plain Panko)
1/4 cup parsley, fresh, minced
1 egg, beaten
1 green onion, chopped
Black pepper to taste
1/2 tsp. Old Bay’s seafood seasoning
3/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 1/2 Tbsp. Worcestershire Sauce
1 1/2 Tbsp. Parmesan Cheese, grated
1 Tbsp. Dijon Mustard
1 Tbsp. Mayonnaise
2 tsp. Olive Oil
Lemon wedges
METHOD
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Empty the drained canned salmon into a large bowl and break into small pieces. Add all the remaining ingredients except the olive oil. Mix together and shape into either 4 large or 8 small patties.
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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the salmon patties in batches until browned, 5-7 minutes per side. Repeat and add more olive oil if necessary.
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Serve with a lemon wedge.
LISA SAYS
Salmon is an excellent source of Omega 3 fatty acids and you can meet your requirements with only 2 servings of salmon a week. Canned salmon is a perfect food to have on hand to make an easy, healthy entrée.