Smoked Salmon Croquettes Recipe

Name: Smoked Salmon Croquettes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces cream cheese, room temperature; 6 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon, chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1/2 cup all purpose flour; 1 large egg, beaten to blend; 2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs; Peanut oil (for deep-frying); Lemon wedges

Servings: persons

1
Blend cream cheese and smoked salmon in processor until almost smooth, with small salmon bits remaining.
2
Mix in dill, white pepper and hot pepper sauce.
3
Drop salmon mixture by generous tablespoonfuls onto large baking sheet.
4
Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
5
Place flour in small bowl.
6
Dip 1 mound of salmon mixture into flour, coating completely (shake off excess).
7
Using hands, roll mixture into ball.
8
Dip ball into beaten egg, then breadcrumbs, coating completely.
9
Return to baking sheet.
10
Repeat with remaining salmon mixture, flour, egg and breadcrumbs.
11
Cover and refrigerate croquettes until cold, about 20 minutes.
12
Add enough peanut oil to heavy large saucepan to reach depth of 3 inches.
13
Heat to 350F.
14
Working in batches, fry croquettes until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
15
Using tongs, transfer croquettes to paper towels; drain.
16
Serve warm with lemon wedges.

648

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Fat

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Protein

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces cream cheese, room temperature, 6 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon, chopped, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, and more.

Yes, Smoked 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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Smoked Salmon Croquettes

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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