Description
Crispy salmon croquettes made with canned salmon, bell peppers, and breadcrumbs—golden, flavorful, and perfect for dinner or appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ green bell pepper, finely diced
- ½ red bell pepper, finely diced
- 3 (5-ounce) cans salmon, drained and flaked
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and flour.
- Add the diced green and red bell peppers, flaked salmon, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and cilantro (if using).
- Pour the wet ingredients into the salmon mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into 6–8 equal patties.
- Heat 1–2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the patties and cook 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with tartar sauce or your favorite dip.
Notes
- Ensure the salmon is well-drained to prevent soggy patties.
- Use a non-stick skillet for even browning and easier flipping.
- Patties can be prepped in advance and refrigerated until ready to fry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg