Description
These Southern Salmon Patties are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Made with canned salmon and a flavorful blend of spices, these crispy patties are a Southern classic that will have your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (14.75 oz) can pink salmon (drained and flaked, bones and skin removed if desired)
- 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (if needed for moisture)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the salmon, onion, bell pepper, cornmeal, flour, egg, mayonnaise, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne (if using), salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix until well combined. Add milk if needed for moisture.
- Shape and Fry the Patties: Shape the mixture into 6–8 patties. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute canned mackerel or leftover cooked salmon for variation.
- For extra crunch, lightly coat the patties in cornmeal before frying.
- Pair with tartar sauce, hot sauce, or sides like grits or coleslaw.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
