Crispy Southern Salmon Patties Food

CRISPY SOUTHERN SALMON PATTIES

Steps:

• In large saute pan over medium high heat, saute onions in butter until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
• In large bowl, combine salmon, cajun seasoning, lemon juice, crushed saltines, salt, pepper, egg, and the cooked onions. Stir well to combine. Form into four patties.
• Place cornmeal in shallow dish and coat each patty on both sides.
• Using same pan you cooked the onions, heat the oil over medium high heat. Add the salmon patties and cook until crisp on both sides, about 5-8 minutes each side. Serve hot or cold.

WHY SOUTHERNERS LOVE THE SIMPLICITY OF CLASSIC SALMON PATTIES

Steps:

• Stir together the salmon, cracker crumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Old Bay (if using), and pepper in a medium-size bowl. Let stand a couple of minutes, and then stir until the mixture comes together and holds its shape on a spoon.
• Divide the mixture into 8 patties that are about ½-inch thick.
• Warm the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter bubbles, add the patties in a single layer, spacing them evenly. (Work in batches if need be, and add more fat to the pan as needed.) Cook until the patties are nicely browned and sizzling, flipping once, about 3 minutes per side. Serve warm, although refrigerated leftovers are good, too.

SOUTHERN FRIED SALMON PATTIES

Steps:

• Open salmon and drain thoroughly. Place drained salmon in mixing bowl and flake evenly with a fork.
• Add onion, corn meal, flour, mayonnaise, and egg. Stir until well blended.
• Shape the mixture into patties about the size of an average burger or less.
• Cook in oil in skillet over medium heat until browned on each side. Turn once while frying.
• Note: The mayonnaise helps the patties hold their shape and keeps them from being too dry.