I eat salmon most days. It’s anti-inflammatory and amazing for brain and bone health.
I like Vital Choice canned salmon with the bones in for this recipe.
Eating the salmon bones helps strengthen your bones.
Tip: If you don’t have time for all of this, throw the salmon in a bowl with some seed oil free mayo.
I love a good recipe, but sometimes we just need to get our protein in!
Ingredients:
- 2 cans (14.75 oz each) salmon, drained and flaked
- 1/2 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup almond flour (optional, for extra binding)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions or chives
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil for frying
Instructions:
- Prepare the Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine the flaked salmon, gluten-free breadcrumbs, almond flour (if using), eggs, onion, green onions or chives, garlic, parsley, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed and the mixture holds together. If the mixture seems too wet, add a little more almond flour or breadcrumbs.
- Form the Patties:
- Shape the mixture into small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter. You should get around 8-10 patties depending on size.
- Heat the Oil:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil or coconut oil over medium heat.
- Cook the Patties:
- Place the patties in the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning.
- Serve:
- Transfer the cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Tips:
- Make-Ahead: You can prepare the salmon mixture in advance and refrigerate it for up to a day before forming and cooking the patties.
- Freezing: These patties freeze well. Freeze uncooked patties on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a freezer-safe container. Cook directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with a simple salad, or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
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