Description
This Salmon Burgers recipe offers quick, juicy, and flavorful homemade patties, perfect for a healthy and delicious meal. Made with fresh salmon and a blend of spices, these burgers are pan-cooked to golden perfection and served on toasted buns with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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Salmon Burger Patties
- 1 pound fresh salmon, skin removed and finely chopped
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
To Serve
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, red onion, tartar sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon: Finely chop the salmon into small pieces or pulse a few times in a food processor until coarsely ground to create a good texture for the patties.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chopped salmon, breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, green onions, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the mixture.
- Form patties: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a burger patty, ensuring they are compact but not too dense.
- Cook the patties: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the salmon patties carefully in the skillet and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Toast the buns: While the patties cook, optionally toast the burger buns for added texture and flavor.
- Assemble the burgers: Place each salmon patty on a toasted bun and top with your choice of lettuce, tomato slices, red onion, and tartar sauce or other favorite toppings. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture; canned salmon can be used if well drained.
- Chilling the patties for about 15 minutes before cooking helps them maintain their shape better.
- These salmon burgers can also be prepared on the grill or baked in the oven as alternative cooking methods.
