Description
Grandma’s Famous Salmon Cakes are a quick and delicious seafood dish featuring tender canned salmon mixed with eggs, onion, and black pepper, then pan-fried to crispy golden perfection. Perfect as a hearty appetizer or main course, these salmon patties bring a traditional homemade flavor with minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Cakes
- 1 (14.75-ounce) can salmon, drained and flaked
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
For Cooking
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Remove any bones or large pieces of skin from the canned salmon to ensure a smooth texture.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly. Add the flaked salmon, diced onion, and ground black pepper, then mix well until fully combined.
- Shape the Patties: Using your hands or a spoon, shape the mixture into eight equal patties, each weighing about 2 ounces for uniform cooking.
- Cook the Cakes: Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for approximately 5 minutes on each side, until they develop a crispy, golden-brown crust and are cooked through.
Notes
- Drain salmon well to avoid soggy patties.
- Removing bones ensures a better texture but is optional if preferred.
- You can add a sprinkle of breadcrumbs or herbs for extra flavor and binding.
- Serve with tartar sauce or lemon wedges for added zest.
- These patties can be cooked in a non-stick skillet for less oil absorption.
