Description
These Easy Salmon Croquettes are a flavorful and convenient weeknight meal, featuring tender salmon mixed with crisp bell peppers, herbs, and seasonings, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Perfect served with tartar sauce for a delicious and satisfying main course.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ chopped green bell pepper
- ½ chopped red bell pepper
- 3 (5-ounce) canned salmon, drained
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 large lightly beaten egg
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs and ¼ cup all-purpose flour in a large bowl to create the base mixture.
- Add Vegetables and Salmon: Stir in ½ chopped green bell pepper, ½ chopped red bell pepper, and 3 cans (5 ounces each) of drained salmon into the breadcrumb and flour mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Season and Bind: Add ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, 1 large lightly beaten egg, ¼ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and ¼ cup chopped cilantro. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated into a cohesive mixture.
- Shape Patties: Form the mixture into 6 to 8 evenly sized patties suitable for pan frying.
- Heat Oil: Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring the oil coats the pan evenly and is hot before cooking.
- Cook Croquettes: Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until they turn a golden brown color and develop a crispy crust, indicating they are cooked through.
Notes
- Originally Posted on October 8, 2018
- Updated on September 28, 2023
- For best results, make sure to drain the canned salmon well to prevent soggy croquettes.
- Serve with tartar sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for extra flavor.
- These croquettes can be reheated in a skillet or oven to maintain their crispiness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean