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Salmon patties with title reading Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties Recipe
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Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties Recipe

Crisp, tender canned-salmon patties with panko, Dijon, herbs and a minimal binder that holds together.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 14.75-ounce cans salmon drained well; skin and large bones removed if desired
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs divided
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or dill
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • lemon wedges and dipping sauce optional, for serving

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Thin spatula

Method
 

  1. Drain the salmon thoroughly, remove skin and large bones if desired and flake it into a bowl.
  2. Whisk egg, mayonnaise, Dijon, lemon, seasonings, green onions and herbs. Fold into the salmon with 3/4 cup panko.
  3. Rest for 10 minutes, adjust only if needed, then shape eight 1/2-inch patties and coat them with the remaining panko.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F if recommended. Oil the basket and patties lightly.
  5. Arrange four patties in one layer and cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Turn gently and cook for 4 to 6 minutes longer, until crisp and at least 160°F in the center.
  7. Rest for 2 minutes and serve with lemon and desired sauce.

Notes

  • Drain the salmon thoroughly and rest the mixture before adjusting.
  • Chill fragile shaped patties for 15 minutes.
  • Cook four at a time without crowding.
  • This recipe was developed through culinary research and editorial review.