Mains
Crispy Salmon Croquettes with Lemon Butter Sauce
Flaked salmon, cornmeal, and a handful of pantry seasonings fry up into crisp little patties finished with a bright lemon butter drizzle.
Salmon croquettes were the dish that stretched a can of salmon into supper for a whole family, and they still taste like home. A crisp cornmeal shell gives way to a tender, flaky center, and a quick lemon butter sauce ties the whole plate together.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (14.75 oz each) pink salmon, drained and flaked
- 1/2 cup finely diced onion
- 1/2 cup finely diced bell pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
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1
Prep the salmonRemove any large bones and skin from the salmon, then flake it thoroughly with a fork in a large bowl.
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2
Mix the pattiesAdd the onion, bell pepper, eggs, cornmeal, flour, Old Bay, and black pepper to the salmon and mix until it just holds together.
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Shape the croquettesForm the mixture into 8 patties about 1/2 inch thick, pressing them firmly so they don't crumble in the pan.
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Fry until goldenHeat 1/4 inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the patties 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep golden and crisp.
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Drain the croquettesMove the finished croquettes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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Make the sauceWipe out the skillet, melt the butter over low heat until it turns lightly golden, then stir in the lemon juice and parsley.
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ServeDrizzle the warm lemon butter sauce over the croquettes just before serving.
Okra & Oak Tip
If the mixture feels too wet to hold a patty shape, add an extra tablespoon of cornmeal rather than more flour to keep the texture light.
Storage
Keep leftover croquettes refrigerated for up to 3 days and re-crisp in a skillet rather than the microwave to maintain the crust.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, about 2 cups of flaked cooked salmon works well and gives a slightly milder flavor than canned.
This is usually from too little binder; make sure to include both eggs and let the patties rest a few minutes before frying.
Nutrition
Per serving. Values are estimates.
340
Calories
24g
Protein
18g
Carbs
20g
Fat
