Salmon Cakes Recipe

Name: Salmon Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 (6 inch) pita bread rounds or 3 slices firm white bread, torn into small pieces; ¼ cup mayonnaise; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; ½ teaspoon ground coriander; ¼ teaspoon cayenne; 2 tablespoons chopped chives, divided; 1 ½ teaspoons grated lemon zest, divided; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ¾ cup plain yogurt; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; lemon wedge

Servings: persons

1 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 (6 inch) pita bread rounds or 3 slices firm white bread, torn into small pieces
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 large egg, lightly beaten
½ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoons chopped chives, divided
1 ½ teaspoons grated lemon zest, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
¾ cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
lemon wedge

1
Mix together salmon, pita, mayonnaise, egg, coriander, cayenne, 1 tablespoon chives, 1 teaspoon zest, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
2
Season with black pepper and form into 4 cakes (4 inches in diameter).
3
Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
4
Cook salmon cakes, turning over once, until golden and just cooked through, 6 to 7 minutes total.
5
Stir together yogurt, lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, remaining tablespoon chives, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon zest.
6
Serve salmon cakes with sauce.
7
Serve with: Moroccan eggplant salad; sliced tomatoes drizzled with fruity olive oil; or celery and potato salad; (serve in place of the yogurt sauce).

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 2 (6 inch) pita bread rounds or 3 slices firm white bread, torn into small pieces, ¼ cup mayonnaise, 1 large egg, lightly beaten, and more.

Yes, 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.

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