Description
These Southern Fried Salmon Patties are a crispy and flavorful dish made with canned salmon, cornmeal, and simple seasonings. Perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal, they are pan-fried to a golden brown, delivering a deliciously crunchy exterior and tender interior.
Ingredients
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Salmon Patties Ingredients
- 1 Can (about 14–15 oz) salmon, drained
- ¼ cup onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornmeal
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (such as vegetable or canola oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Add the drained salmon to a mixing bowl and use a fork to flake the meat, breaking up any large chunks.
- Combine Ingredients: To the bowl with salmon, add finely chopped onion, all-purpose flour, cornmeal, a beaten egg, mayonnaise, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into patties roughly the size of a burger, ensuring they hold together well for frying.
- Heat Oil: Pour about an inch of oil into a skillet and heat it over medium heat until shimmering and hot but not smoking.
- Fry Patties: Carefully place the salmon patties in the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until each side is golden brown and the patties are cooked through.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the patties from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve hot as desired.
Notes
- For best results, use skin-on canned salmon for extra flavor and texture.
- Adjust seasoning by adding herbs like dill or parsley if desired.
- Be careful when frying to maintain medium heat to prevent burning.
- These patties can be served with tartar sauce, a squeeze of lemon, or on a toasted bun as a sandwich.
- Leftover patties can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet for crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Keywords: southern fried salmon patties, salmon patties, fried salmon, easy salmon recipe, southern cuisine
