Description
Experience the flavors of the South with these quick and easy Southern Salmon Patties. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this delightful dish features a crispy cornmeal coating that encases a savory filling of canned salmon, onions, and spices. In just 10 minutes, you can serve up a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14.75-oz) can pink salmon
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or almond flour
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- Olive oil (for frying)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain the canned salmon and flake it into a mixing bowl using a fork.
- Mix in chopped onion, cornmeal, flour, mayonnaise, chili powder, egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into burger-sized patties for uniform cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry each patty for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 patties (90g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like dill or parsley. Refrigerating the mixture for 30 minutes before cooking helps the patties hold their shape. Feel free to substitute almond flour for gluten-free options.