Pantry Salmon Patties with Lemon Yogurt Sauce
In short: Golden patties made from canned salmon, egg, herbs and breadcrumbs, pan-fried until crisp and served with a cool lemon yogurt sauce. It takes about 30 min in total and makes 4 servings.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Resting
- 15 min
- Total
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 260 kcal
Canned salmon is a cheap, shelf-stable way to get fish on the table, and patties are the easiest way to use it. A little egg and breadcrumb holds the flakes together, mustard and lemon zest brighten the flavor, and a short pan-fry gives a crisp crust. Many families keep the ingredients on hand for busy nights. Serve the patties with salad, peas or on a toasted bun.
Instructions
- Drain the salmon well and tip it into a bowl. Flake it with a fork, mashing in any soft bones, which are edible and add calcium.
- Add the egg, breadcrumbs, spring onions, parsley, mustard, lemon zest and pepper. Mix gently until the mixture holds together when squeezed. If it feels wet, add a spoonful more breadcrumbs.
- Shape the mixture into 8 patties, each about 2 cm (3/4 inch) thick. Set them on a plate and chill for 15 minutes so they firm up.
- Stir the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill and salt together in a small bowl and set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties in two batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until deep golden and hot in the center (74°C / 165°F).
- Drain the patties on paper towels for a minute and serve warm with the yogurt sauce.
Tips
- Canned tuna or about 400 g (14 oz) of cooked fresh salmon works in place of the canned salmon.
- To bake instead of fry, set the patties on an oiled sheet at 200°C (400°F) for 18 minutes, turning once halfway.
Questions and answers
Why do my salmon patties fall apart?
The mixture is usually too wet. Drain the fish very well, add a little more breadcrumb and chill the patties before frying.
Can I freeze salmon patties?
Yes. Freeze the shaped raw patties on a tray, then bag them for up to 2 months. Fry from frozen over medium-low heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side.
What goes well with salmon patties?
A green salad, steamed peas, boiled potatoes or a toasted bun all work. Add lettuce and a tomato slice and they become salmon burgers.
How long does it take to make Pantry Salmon Patties with Lemon Yogurt Sauce?
About 30 min in total: 15 min of preparation and 15 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Pantry Salmon Patties with Lemon Yogurt Sauce?
About 260 kcal per serving, with 30 g of protein, 12 g of carbohydrates and 10 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 260 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbohydrates | 12 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
