Crispy Salmon Patties in 10 Minutes

These crispy, flavorful Salmon Patties are an easy and budget-friendly way to get dinner on the table fast. Whether you use canned or fresh salmon, you’ll love how simple and satisfying they are.

Serve this delicious seafood recipe with your favorite sides or stack them on a bun for a salmon burger your family will love. If you love this salmon recipe, you may love Smoked Salmon Dip or Grilled Salmon Tacos.

Why You’ll Love these Salmon Patties

Salmon Patties makes the best weeknight meal. We love cooking salmon because of the many health benefits and these Salmon Patties are becoming a fast family favorite!

These Salmon Cakes are budget friendly and taste delicious. We used pantry spices and canned salmon and quickly made these for a meal that everyone loved. We love how versatile this main dish recipe is as it can be served as burgers, with a salad, or as an appetizer with dip.

Ingredients

• Salmon – We used canned salmon that has been well drained
• Egg – Helps to bind the ingredients
• Mayonnaise – We used full fat mayo
• Lemon Juice – Fresh lemon juice gives the patties the best flavor
• Dijon Mustard – You can also use yellow mustard
• Worcestershire Sauce – Learn How to make Homemade Worcestershire Sauce Recipe
• Panko Breadcrumbs – You can use any type of breadcrumbs. You can also use ritz crackers or any cracker crumbs
• Fresh Dill and Fresh Parsley – Chop fresh herbs in small pieces
• Garlic Powder – If you are out, see The Best Garlic Powder Substitute
• Onion Powder – See Best Onion Powder Substitutes if you are out
• Olive Oil – Oil for frying the patties. You can also use vegetable oil

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How to Make Salmon Patties

• Step 1 – Drain the salmon and add the salmon to a large mixing bowl.  Flake the salmon with a fork if needed and remove out any pieces if you are not using boneless, skinless salmon. 

Step 2 – Add in all the remaining ingredients except for the olive oil. Stir until fully combined. Make sure that the mixture sticks together well. If the mixture is too dry, add in more mayonnaise and if it appears too wet add in more panko breadcrumbs. 

Step 3 – Form the salmon mixture into 8 patties that are approximately ½ inch thick.  Place the patties on a baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes so that they do not fall apart while they are cooking. 

Step 4 – Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat until the oil is hot. Add the patties to the skillet in a single layer (you may have to work in batches depending on the size of your pan). 

Step 5 – Cook the patties in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are lightly golden brown. Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy! 

Recipe Tips

• Type of Salmon – You can easily use leftover cooked salmon instead of canned salmon in this recipe if you prefer. If using fresh, make sure to use boneless, skinless salmon and flake the salmon before adding it to the mixing bowl.  
• Cooking Time – Watch these closely as they cook in the skillet as they do brown quickly. They cook in about 3 minutes on each side.
• Cooking Salmon – Make sure to not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking the salmon. You may need to cook the salmon in batches.

Variations Ideas

Feel free to change the seasoning to what you prefer. Feel free to change or add in 1 tsp of these spices for a delicious variations.

• Old Bay Seasoning
• Lemon Zest
• Italian Seasoning

What to Serve with Salmon Patties?

Serve Salmon Patties drizzled with lemon juice and topped with a dollop of mayonnaise or Tartar Sauce Recipe. It is even delicious topped on a salad with a vinaigrette or served with Best Mashed Potatoes, Coleslaw Recipe or Oven Roasted Squash.

You can even make a Salmon Burger topped with lettuce and tomato with a side of Baked French Fries.