Delicious Salmon Croquettes
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of salmon croquettes, perfect for any occasion! These golden-brown bites are crispy on the outside and tender within, bursting with flavor. Easy to prepare, they make a fantastic appetizer or a hearty main dish. Transform leftover salmon into a crowd-pleasing meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14.75 oz) can wild-caught salmon, drained
- 1 cup plain or seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ½ cup sweet onion, diced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup vegetable or olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until soft and golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine drained salmon, sautéed onion, breadcrumbs, parsley, eggs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 1 inch thick.
- Heat remaining oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Fry croquettes until golden brown on both sides; avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg