Salmon Potato Cakes Recipe

Name: Salmon Potato Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup yellow onion, chopped; 1 ½ tablespoons butter; 4 large potatoes, cooked peeled,drained and mashed; 2 12 lbs salmon fillets, baked,skin and bones removed; ⅓ cup heavy cream; 3 tablespoons melted butter; ¼ teaspoon mace; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped; 1 ½ cups fresh breadcrumbs, seasoned with; salt; pepper; paprika; cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons butter, for reheating

Servings: persons

½ cup yellow onion, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons butter
4 large potatoes, cooked peeled,drained and mashed
2 12 lbs salmon fillets, baked,skin and bones removed
⅓ cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons melted butter
¼ teaspoon mace
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 egg, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 ½ cups fresh breadcrumbs, seasoned with
salt
pepper
paprika
cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons butter, for reheating

1
Saute onion in butter until tender.
2
In a large bowl, add sauteed onions, mashed potatoes, salmon, heavy cream, melted butter, mace, nutmeg, salt, pepper, egg and dill.
3
Mix all ingredients together well.
4
Form 4-inch patties by hand and dip each side in the seasoned bread crumbs and refrigerate until ready for use.
5
(Can be done one day ahead.
6
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7
Melt 2 Tablespoons butter over medium heat in a saute pan, and place patties in it until heated through, turning once.
8
Serve with a poached egg and Hollandaise sauce, if you like.

594

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup yellow onion, chopped, 1 ½ tablespoons butter, 4 large potatoes, cooked peeled,drained and mashed, 2 12 lbs salmon fillets, baked,skin and bones removed, and more.

Yes, Salmon Potato 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salmon Potato Cakes

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