Salmon Croquettes
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade salmon croquettes that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. These savory bites are easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With a delightful blend of spices and fresh ingredients, they promise a burst of flavor in every bite. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14.75 oz) can wild-caught salmon, drained and flaked
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and drain the canned salmon; check for bones and flake into a bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flaked salmon, breadcrumbs, eggs, Dijon mustard, green onions, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 2 inches wide.
- Heat about half an inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels; serve hot with tartar sauce or your choice of dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croquette (45g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, mix in diced vegetables like bell peppers or carrots. - To make gluten-free croquettes, substitute regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free options.