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Southern Salmon Croquettes
5 from 30 votes

Southern Salmon Croquettes

Southern Salmon Croquettes combine canned boneless salmon with sautéed bell pepper and shallots, fresh herbs, and a blend of spices bound by eggs and Greek yogurt. The patties are coated with cornmeal and pan-fried until golden and crisp, offering a texture contrast between the crunchy exterior and tender interior. This dish uses capers and lemon zest to brighten the flavor and can be served as a main or appetizer.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 278 kcal
Course: Main Course, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup Greek yogurt nonfat, plain, 85g
  • 2 egg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons capers diced
  • lemon zest of 1
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs gluten free, 120g
  • 2 cans salmon fillet no bones, 7.5 oz / 212g
  • ¼ cup parsley diced, 15g
  • ¼ teaspoon dill
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ cup red bell pepper diced, 90g
  • 2 shallot diced, medium
  • ½ cup yellow cornmeal 60g
  • vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

How to Make Salmon Croquettes on the Stovetop
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  1. Heat butter in cast iron skillet over low to medium heat.
  2. Add in diced red bell pepper and diced shallots and saute until softened and golden. Set aside and let them cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, yogurt, salt, pepper, capers, lemon zest, and Worcestershire sauce together.
  4. Drain liquid from canned salmon filet (and bones if your brand had bones).
  5. Mix salmon, bread crumbs, diced parsley, seasonings, sautéed peppers and onions with the whisked egg mixture until well combined.
  6. Use an ice cream scoop to scoop mix and form into salmon patties using your hands.
  7. Once formed into a firm, pressed croquette, roll in cornmeal and set aside until all 12 are done.
  8. Heat oil in the skillet over medium heat and fry Salmon Croquette for 2-3 mins on each side until golden brown and crisp.
How to Make Salmon Croquettes in the Oven
  1. Assemble the Salmon Croquettes with cornmeal and spray the tops of the Salmon Croquettes with olive oil from a spray bottle.
  2. Preheat the oven to 425F / 220C / gas 7 and bake on a foil-lined baking tray for 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.
How to Make Salmon Croquettes in the Air Fryer
  1. Assemble the Salmon Croquettes with cornmeal and spray the tops of the Salmon Croquettes with olive oil from a spray bottle.
  2. Preheat Air Fryer to 360F / 180C.
  3. Add Salmon Croquettes to the air fryer basket and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning the patties over halfway through the cooking time.

Notes

  • Use an ice cream scoop to form evenly sized croquettes for consistent cooking.
  • If the mixture is crumbly, add more Greek yogurt to improve binding.
  • Handle the patties firmly to help maintain shape during frying.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper according to your desired spice level.
  • Consider serving with a dill and jalapeño tartar sauce for added flavor.
  • When air frying, start with shorter cook times and increase as needed due to variations in appliances.

Nutrition Information

Calories 278kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 111mg (37%) Sodium 532mg (22%) Potassium 346mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 826IU (17%) Vitamin C 20mg (22%) Calcium 190mg (19%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 278

% Daily Value*

Calories 278kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 111mg 37%
Sodium 532mg 22%
Potassium 346mg 7%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 826IU 17%
Vitamin C 20mg 22%
Calcium 190mg 19%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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