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Salmon-Cakes-Recipe

Salmon Cakes

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These salmon cakes are a fantastic blend of flavors, featuring tender salmon, crispy bacon, and zesty seasonings, making them a perfect choice for a quick and healthy dinner. Easy to prepare and always a hit at the table!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 large russet potato
  • 4 oz. thick-cut bacon
  • â…“ cup diced yellow onions
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 14.75– oz. can wild salmon
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or canola oil
  • {garnish} chopped fresh parsley
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp dill pickle relish
  • ½ tsp yellow mustard
  • ½ tsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp granulated sugar
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup italian seasoned panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Bake or boil the potato until fork tender (boiling takes about 35-40 minutes, while baking may take longer depending on potato size).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, reserving 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat in the skillet.
  3. Add the diced onions to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until translucent.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the sautéed onions and crumbled bacon. Add the egg, mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, sugar, and lemon zest; stir until well combined.
  5. Gently fold in the salmon until evenly mixed with the other ingredients.
  6. Fluff the cooked potato with a fork, then add it to the bowl and mix until combined.
  7. Divide the mixture into 12 equal patties (about 3 inches wide and 1 inch tall) and set aside.

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Notes

Make sure not to overmix the patty mixture to keep them tender.
You can use leftover salmon or canned salmon for a quicker prep time.
Serve the salmon cakes with a side of tartar sauce or lemon wedges for extra flavor.

  • Author: Alejandro
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cake
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg