Salmon Patties Recipe With Canned Salmon

These salmon patties use canned salmon and pantry spices to create a crisp, flavor-packed dinner in under 40 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead lunches.

Prep time

20 minutes

Cook time

18 minutes

Total time

38 minutes

Yield

4 servings

Ingredients

1 egg

1 tsp grated lemon zest

1 tsp onion powder

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp kosher salt

½ tsp paprika

¼ tsp cayenne

¼ tsp black pepper

1 can salmon, drained (14.75 oz)

½ cup panko breadcrumbs

¼ cup minced red bell pepper

¼ cup sour cream

1 tbsp all-purpose flour

3 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

Optional: Sauce for Salmon Patties or Tartar Sauce

Instructions

1. In a bowl, whisk egg, lemon zest, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, paprika, cayenne, and pepper.
2. Add salmon, breadcrumbs, red bell pepper, sour cream, and flour. Mix gently with a fork until just combined.
3. Form mixture into 1/4-cup patties (about ½-inch thick). Chill on a lined baking sheet for 30 minutes.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry patties for 4–6 minutes per side until golden.
5. Transfer patties to baking sheet and bake for 4–6 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F.
6. Serve with optional sauce or tartar.

Notes

You can freeze the uncooked patties between parchment layers.

Reheat leftovers in a skillet or air fryer for best texture.

To make gluten-free, use GF panko and flour.