Frying up some golden salmon croquettes
SEE RECIPE BELOW!!
Ingredients
1 (14.75 ounce) can of pink or red salmon, drained and save a little juice if you think your mixture will be too dry.
1/3 cup of finely minced onion
1/4 teaspoon of freshly cracked black pepper, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning (like Tony Chachere Creole seasoning), or to taste, optional
1/4 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning, or to taste
1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon zest from a fresh lemon or a squirt of mustard
15 saltine crackers, crushed fine
1 large egg, beaten
1/8 cup of water
1/2 cup of canola or vegetable oil
Instructions
Use a fork to gently break apart the salmon, leaving some small chunks. Add the onion, pepper, Creole seasoning, Old Bay, parsley and lemon zest or squirt of mustard; gently toss. Slice lemon into wedges and reserve. Add the cracker crumbs, egg and water. Shape into 4 to 6 croquettes.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat oil and carefully add the croquettes , cooking until browned; use a fish turner or wide spatula to carefully turn and brown the other side. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with a squeeze of the reserved fresh lemon.
Cooking Notes:
Tip: If you have the time, place the patties in the refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking.
To Bake: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and brush with oil or spray with non-stick spray. Place patties on top, dab with oil and bake in a 400 degree F preheated oven, turning once, for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown. May also scoop about 1/3 cup into lightly greased or sprayed muffin tins.
Variations: Substitute an equal amount of well drained tuna, mackerel, cooked shrimp or fish, freshly cooked, canned or leftover meats, ham or chicken, or simply cooked, mashed potatoes. If you have leftover mashed potatoes, they also make an excellent binder for fluffier croquettes, or you may also substitute bread crumbs, flour or cornmeal for the saltines, adding enough to bind the mixture. If you like, you may coat the patties with bread crumbs, panko, flour or cornmeal.