Description
Classic Old Fashioned Salmon Patties made with canned pink salmon, seasoned with mustard and onion, and pan-fried to golden perfection. These patties are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Patty Mixture
- 1 (14.75-ounce) can pink salmon
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 10 saltine crackers (crushed)
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 large egg (well beaten)
- 1 tablespoon buttermilk
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare Salmon: Drain the canned salmon, removing skin and bones if desired as the bones are soft and edible. Place the salmon into a large mixing bowl.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the flour, crushed saltine crackers, yellow mustard, beaten egg, buttermilk, finely diced onion, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir everything together until well combined. Let the mixture rest for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken.
- Form Patties: Scoop roughly 1/4 cup of the salmon mixture and shape it into a round patty with your hands. Repeat to make about 8 patties. Place the formed patties in the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes to firm up before cooking.
- Heat Pan and Fry Patties: Heat vegetable oil and unsalted butter together in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry each side for 4 to 5 minutes or until the exterior is golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the cooked patties from the skillet and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve the patties warm.
Notes
- Removing the skin and bones is optional as the bones are soft and typically not noticeable.
- Resting the mixture helps the patties hold together better when frying.
- Use fresh or frozen patties; leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Serve with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, or a simple salad for a complete meal.
