Chef John'S Salmon Cakes Recipe

Name: Chef John'S Salmon Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (14.75 ounce) can red salmon, skin and bone removed, drained and flaked; 2 eggs; 1/2 lemon, juiced; 1 tablespoon chopped capers; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 12 saltine crackers; 1 tablespoon bread crumbs, or as needed; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

1 (14.75 ounce) can red salmon, skin and bone removed, drained and flaked
2 eggs
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon chopped capers
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
12 saltine crackers
1 tablespoon bread crumbs, or as needed
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil

1
["Stir salmon, eggs, lemon juice, capers, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl until well-combined.
2
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3
Watch Now", "Dust a plate with half the bread crumbs. Divide salmon mixture into 4 portions and shape into patties; place onto prepared plate and sprinkle remaining bread crumbs atop the salmon patties.
4
Watch Now", "Melt butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook patties in hot oil until cooked and heated through, about 5 minutes per side.
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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (14.75 ounce) can red salmon, skin and bone removed, drained and flaked, 2 eggs, 1/2 lemon, juiced, 1 tablespoon chopped capers, and more.

Yes, Chef John'S Salmon Cakes falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Chef John'S Salmon Cakes

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