Description
Delicious pan-fried salmon cakes with a crispy exterior, complemented by a creamy sriracha aioli.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups cooked salmon, flaked
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
- ½ cup mayonnaise (for aioli)
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (for aioli)
- 1 small garlic clove, grated or very finely minced (for aioli)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
- Extra parsley (for serving)
- Optional greens or buns (for serving)
Instructions
- Flake 1 ½ cups cooked salmon into a mixing bowl, removing any bones.
- Add the egg, ¼ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon hot sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and ½ cup panko breadcrumbs.
- Season with salt and pepper and gently mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into 6–8 even patties, depending on size preference, and lightly coat each patty with additional panko breadcrumbs.
- Chill the patties in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the patties and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
- Whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon sriracha, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and grated garlic clove for the aioli.
- Serve the salmon cakes hot with a dollop of sriracha aioli, lemon wedges, and extra parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, use a light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt. Can also freeze unbreaded patties for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American