These Southern Fried Salmon Patties are an easy way to enjoy canned salmon without sacrificing flavor! Added bell peppers, onions, and a kick of spice make each crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside patty. This dish can be enjoyed as a main course with sides, like mashed potatoes or coleslaw, or as a delicious snack on its own. Simple to assemble and fry, it’s a deliciously unfussy meal that wears classic Southern charm.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Fast and Inexpensive: This recipe uses canned salmon and common pantry staples to make it low-cost, and also fast to whip up.
Crispy and Flavorful: The cornmeal and flour give the outside a crispy exterior, and the onion, bell pepper and seasonings allow for multiple layers of flavor.
Versatile: Serve these patties as an entree, an appetizer or even a sandwich!
Key Ingredients:
Canned Salmon: Canned pink salmon is inexpensive, nutritious and packed with protein and omega-3 fatty acids. You may also use fresh, cooked salmon if you have it on hand.
Cornmeal: Just a few tablespoons of cornmeal bring crunch, coating the patties in a Southern-style crust.
Onion and Bell Pepper: Not only do these critical elements provide flavor and moisture, but also satisfying crunch that pairs with the texture of the patties. For a bit of color, use a red or yellow bell pepper instead of the green; you’ll get a lovely hue and slightly less bitter pepper taste.
Worcestershire Sauce and Hot Sauce: Worcestershire sauce adds a complex, umami flavor that elevates the overall flavor of the patties. Just a drop or two of hot sauce introduces mild heat without clobbering the salmon’s own flavor, gently elevating it.
Bread and flour: Crumbled bread holds the mixture together, and a little flour thickens it if necessary.
Shortening or Oil: For frying, it is best to use a neutral oil with a high smoke point, like vegetable or canola oil.
