Canned salmon may sound a bit mundane, but it’s actually a wonderful pantry staple to have on hand particularly when you can make these deliciously crispy salmon cakes. Not to worry if you’re out of fresh dill, the dried will do just fine. And, if you’re avoiding gluten, Gluten Free Kikkoman Panko may also be subbed for the regular panko.
The lemony-dill flavor along with the panko bread crumbs gives these patties a light, crisp texture that’s delightful to bite into. My husband and I enjoy these tasty salmon cakes regularly for lunches on the weekends.
Salmon Cakes
by Julie Awad
4 servings

PREP
10 mins
COOK
15 mins
TOTAL
25 mins
Ingredients
dill mayo
½ cup mayonnaise
½ lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons fresh dill leaves, chopped
pinch cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
salmon cakes
2 cans skinless boneless pink salmon (5-ounce can each), drained well
½ sweet onion, finely diced
2 eggs, lightly beaten
4 tablespoons dill mayo
⅔ cup Panko bread crumbs, or more if needed
2 teaspoons fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
1 lemon, zested
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, for frying
Method
the Dill Mayo
Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
the salmon cakes
In medium bowl, add the salmon and flake with a fork. Combine the rest of the ingredients and mix well. The consistency shouldn’t be too wet. Add a little more panko if necessary to hold patty shape.
In a large skillet on medium, heat 2 tablespoons of grapeseed oil. Scoop ¼-cup of the salmon mixture so it’s packed well and then carefully turn the scoop towards the skillet and tap the bottom of the scoop to slide the mixture onto the skillet. Cook undisturbed until browned on one side. Turn the patty over and lightly press to firm up and brown the other side. Remove patties from the skillet and lay them on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
For serving
Place the salmon cakes on a platter with a scattering of roughly chopped parsley, lemon wedges, and some extra dill mayonnaise.