Description
A nostalgic dish of salmon patties paired with a creamy lemon-garlic sauce that brings back family memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (6 oz each) salmon, drained and flaked (or 12 oz cooked fresh salmon)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise for a richer sauce)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ teaspoon honey (optional)
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flaked salmon, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, chopped onion, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, paprika, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Stir until well incorporated.
- Form the mixture into small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter.
- Let the patties sit for 5-10 minutes to firm up.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, honey (if using), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper for the sauce.
- Serve the salmon patties with the creamy lemon-garlic sauce drizzled on top or on the side.
Notes
For a healthier option, use fresh cooked salmon and whole grain breadcrumbs. Serve with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon patties, creamy sauce, family recipe, easy dinner, nostalgic cooking