Crispy Southern Salmon Patties
Southern Fried Salmon Patties Recipe
Southern Fried Salmon Patties are a simple, satisfying way to turn canned salmon into crisp, golden patties with a tender, flavorful center. This classic-style recipe relies on a short ingredient list and straightforward preparation, making it approachable for everyday home cooking. The combination of salmon, finely chopped onion, cornmeal, flour, egg, and mayonnaise creates patties that hold together well while developing a nicely browned exterior in the skillet.
The key to getting the best texture is paying attention to a few small details during preparation. Draining the salmon thoroughly helps prevent the mixture from becoming overly wet, while evenly flaking it ensures that the other ingredients are distributed throughout the patties. The cornmeal and flour provide structure, the egg helps bind everything together, and the mayonnaise adds moisture so the finished patties remain tender inside.
Because the patties are fried over medium heat, the outside has enough time to become browned and crisp without cooking too aggressively. Once they are golden on both sides, a brief rest on paper towels removes excess oil while helping preserve that pleasant contrast between the crisp surface and soft salmon center.
Ingredients
- 1 (14 3/4 ounce) canned salmon
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
Instructions
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