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Salmon Patties

Salmon Patties

629 Ratings
629 Ratings
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Salmon Patties
Makes: 6 servings
Total Cost: $$$$

Tasty patties cooked in a skillet that are perfect topped with fresh lettuce, tomato, and a side of fresh or canned pineapple.

Ingredients

  • 1 can salmon, 16 oz
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • cold water
  • minced celery (1/4 cup, optional)
  • green pepper (1 tablespoon, optional)
  • 1/2 medium onion
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup bread crumbs or cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Wash fresh vegetables (if using).
  3. Collect, mince, and measure all ingredients before starting to prepare the recipe.
  4. Open salmon, and drain liquid into a liquid measuring cup. Add lemon juice and cold water to the salmon liquid to make 1/2 cup liquid total, and set aside.
  5. Put the salmon in a separate mixing bowl. Mix in the celery (if using), green pepper (if using), and onion.
  6. In another small bowl, beat the eggs. Then, add them to the salmon mixture.
  7. Add the bread or cracker crumbs, flour, pepper, and the salmon liquid mixture to the salmon mixture, and stir until all ingredients are mixed together.
  8. Use 1/3 cup measuring cup to measure salmon mixture. Shape into a 1/2 inch thick patty, and place on a plate. Repeat to make 6 patties.
  9. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add 3 patties.
  10. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes (or until golden brown) on each side.
  11. Remove patties from skillet, and place on a clean paper towel-lined plate to drain. Cook remaining 3 patties, then serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours. Eat within 3 to 5 days.

Notes

  • Other optional additions to patties: 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper, 1/4 cup finely minced celery, 1 tablespoon finely minced bell pepper, 1/3 cup chopped onion, and/or 4 green onions, finely chopped.
  • Be Creative! Top with salsa or Pico de Gallo!

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Source:

Eat for Health Toolkit
Recipe by Missouri Nutrition Network
Optional additions from ONIE Project & Colorado State University Extension

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 patty
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 165
Total Fat 8 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 98 mg
Sodium 316 mg
Carbohydrates 7 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 1 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 16 g
Vitamin D 10 mcg
Calcium 159 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 261 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 165
Total Fat 8 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Linoleic Acid 1 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.3 g
Omega 3 - EPA 228 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 432 mg
Cholesterol 98 mg
Carbohydrates 7 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 1 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 16 g
Minerals
Calcium 159 mg
Potassium 261 mg
Sodium 316 mg
Copper 80 mcg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 25 mg
Phosphorus 256 mg
Selenium 28 mcg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 42 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.2 mg
Vitamin B12 3 mg
Vitamin C 1 mg
Vitamin D 10 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 2 mcg
Folate 35 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.2 mg
Niacin 5 mg
Choline 104 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Grains 1/2 ounces
Protein Foods 2 1/2 ounces

Write a review

I have made this recipe straight and our class participants love it. I make it without milk sometimes and add the whole contents of the can of salmon instead of draining the broth.
03/01/10
I added some garlic powder and lemon peper for a little more flavor :)
01/29/09
Easy to make by bachelors! Not fishy tasting at all and all healthy ingredients. I've made this twice now. My only suggestion: you might want to add some extra spices. I added tumeric, for example.
08/27/07
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