Salmon Croquettes
These crispy and golden three ingredient fried salmon croquettes are made with just three ingredients for a simple yet delicious bite.
Servings 8 croquettes
Calories 180kcal
Ingredients
- 1 can (14.75-ounces) pink salmon
- 20 saltine crackers
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Drain the juice from the can of salmon into a mixing bowl.
- Crumble the crackers and add them to the juice. Stir until the crackers have absorbed the juice.
- Add the egg.
- In a separate bowl, break apart the salmon and remove and skin and bones. Add the salmon to the cracker mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Form the salmon mixture into patties that are roughly 2-inches wide and 1/2-inch thick.
- Fill a large skillet halfway with oil. Heat the oil over medium high heat until it reaches 375 degrees on a thermometer.
- Working in batches, add the salmon croquettes to the hot oil. Fry for 1-2 minutes, flip the patties, and fry for an additional 1-2 minutes until the patties are golden brown. The internal temperature of the patties should be 145 degrees F.
- Drain the fried salmon croquettes on a layer of paper towels while you fry the rest. Season the tops of the patties with additional salt and pepper if desired.
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Notes
Makes approximately eight croquettes
Storage. Place cooled croquettes in an airtight container, layering with parchment paper if stacking to prevent sticking. Consume within four days.
Freezing. Place the salmon cakes on a baking sheet in a single layer and freeze until solid. Transfer the croquettes to a freezer-safe bag or container with parchment between layers. Consume within three months. Thaw completely before reheating.
Reheating. There are several ways to reheat leftover salmon croquettes. First, you can reheat them in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes until warmed through and crisp on the outside. Second, bake at 375°F for 10–12 minutes in the oven, flipping halfway. Third, bake at 350°F in the air fryer for 6–8 minutes until crispy. The microwave is not recommended for best texture — the salmon patty will heat up, but you’ll lose the crispy exterior.
Nutrition
Serving: 1croquette | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 1mg