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Salmon Patties with Lemon-Garlic Sauce

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These Salmon Patties with Lemon-Garlic Sauce are a quick and delicious comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or casual brunches.

Ingredients

  • 2 (14–15 oz) cans salmon, drained and bones removed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion or shallot
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2–3 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil for frying
  • For the lemon-garlic sauce:
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (or dairy-free yogurt)
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
  • 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1–2 tsp olive oil to loosen if needed

Instructions

  1. Prepare salmon: Drain the canned salmon and flake it into a bowl, removing large bones or skin if desired.
  2. Mix the base: Add eggs, breadcrumbs (or almond flour), green onion, parsley, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the bowl with salmon; stir gently.
  3. Chill briefly (optional): Cover and refrigerate the mix for 10 minutes to firm it up.
  4. Shape patties: Wet hands and form the mixture into 6–8 patties, about 3 inches wide.
  5. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, zest (if using), salt, pepper, and olive oil until smooth.
  6. Heat the pan: Warm 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  7. Fry: Cook the patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and hot through.
  8. Drain and serve: Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel to drain briefly and serve with the sauce.

Notes

Canned salmon bones are often edible; only remove significant pieces. For grain-free, use almond flour, but they may be more delicate.

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