Here’s a crispy, golden Southern Fried Salmon Patties recipe — simple, flavorful, and budget-friendly
Southern Fried Salmon Patties
Ingredients (Makes 6–8 patties)
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1 can (14–15 oz / 400–425 g) pink salmon, drained
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1 large egg
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½ cup finely chopped onion
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½ cup breadcrumbs (or crushed saltine crackers)
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2 tbsp cornmeal (optional, for extra crunch)
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1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for moisture)
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1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp black pepper
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½–1 tsp salt (adjust depending on salmon)
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2–3 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Salmon
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Drain salmon well.
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Remove large bones and skin if desired (small bones are soft and edible).
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Flake with a fork in a bowl.
2️⃣ Mix
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Add egg, onion, breadcrumbs, cornmeal, mayo, mustard, and seasonings.
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Mix until combined.
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If mixture feels too wet, add a little more breadcrumbs.
3️⃣ Shape
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Form into 6–8 small patties.
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Chill 15–20 minutes if you want firmer patties (optional but helpful).
4️⃣ Fry
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Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
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Drain on paper towels.
Tips for Perfect Salmon Patties
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Don’t overcrowd the pan.
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Use medium heat — too hot and they burn outside before heating through.
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Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
Great with:
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Tartar sauce
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Remoulade
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Hot sauce
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Coleslaw or mashed potatoes