Sesame Salmon Croquettes Recipe

Name: Sesame Salmon Croquettes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lemon; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 (1-lb.) salmon fillet; 2 1/2 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), divided; 2 large eggs; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons loosely packed lime zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger; 1 (1.62-oz.) jar toasted sesame seeds; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/3 cup butter, melted

Servings: persons

1 lemon
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 (1-lb.) salmon fillet
2 1/2 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), divided
2 large eggs
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons loosely packed lime zest
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
1 (1.62-oz.) jar toasted sesame seeds
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup butter, melted

1
Cut lemon in half. Squeeze juice from lemon into a 3-qt. saucepan. Add lemon halves, 2 Tbsp. salt, and 6 cups water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillet (cut into 2 pieces, if necessary); cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer 4 minutes. (Center of salmon will be raw.) Carefully transfer salmon to a large bowl, and cool completely (about 10 minutes). Remove and discard skin, and flake salmon.
2
Preheat oven to 425u00b0. Stir 1/2 cup panko and next 11 ingredients into flaked salmon.
3
Stir together melted butter and remaining 2 cups panko. Spoon 1 tsp. panko mixture into each cup of a lightly greased 24-cup miniature muffin pan. Add 1 Tbsp. salmon mixture to each muffin cup. Top each with 1 tsp. panko mixture.
4
Bake, in batches, at 425u00b0 for 10 minutes or until topping is golden brown. Serve warm with Ginger Remoulade.
5
We tested with McCormick Gourmet Collection Toasted Sesame Seed.
6
Total time does not include Ginger Remoulade.
7
Make Ahead: Prepare recipe as directed. Cool completely, and freeze in zip-top plastic bags. Bake at 350u00b0 for 10 to 15 minutes or until warm.

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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.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lemon, 2 tablespoons kosher salt, 1 (1-lb.) salmon fillet, 2 1/2 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), divided, and more.

Yes, Sesame Salmon Croquettes falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sesame Salmon Croquettes

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