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.
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
- Heat butter in cast iron skillet over low to medium heat.
- Add in diced red bell pepper and diced shallots and saute until softened and golden. Set aside and let them cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, yogurt, salt, pepper, capers, lemon zest, and Worcestershire sauce together.
- Drain liquid from canned salmon filet (and bones if your brand had bones).
- Mix salmon, bread crumbs, diced parsley, seasonings, sautéed peppers and onions with the whisked egg mixture until well combined.
- Use an ice cream scoop to scoop mix and form into salmon patties using your hands.
- Once formed into a firm, pressed croquette, roll in cornmeal and set aside until all 12 are done.
- 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
- Assemble the Salmon Croquettes with cornmeal and spray the tops of the Salmon Croquettes with olive oil from a spray bottle.
- 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
- Assemble the Salmon Croquettes with cornmeal and spray the tops of the Salmon Croquettes with olive oil from a spray bottle.
- Preheat Air Fryer to 360F / 180C.
- 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
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.