GRANDMA'S SALMON PATTIES

Grandma's Salmon Patties image

Provided by Kelly Williams

Categories Fish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 oz.) can boneless skinless salmon (the regular tall can)
2 Tbl. very finely chopped onion
2 tsp. dried parsley
2 small eggs, slightly beaten, or 1 extra large or jumbo
1/2 tsp. lemon juice
1/8 tsp. pepper, or to taste
1/8 tsp. cayenne powder, or more to taste
1/3-1/2 cup finely crushed saltines or ritz, for stiff but not dry mixture
1 Tbl. vegetable oil
3 Tbl. butter

Steps:

1. Drain salmon well, and remove skin and bones if not using boneless skinless. Place into medium mixing bowl and mash up with fork. Add all other ingredients except oil and butter and mix together (mixture should be stiff enough to form patties, but not too dry). Form into patties and place in a pre-heated skillet over medium heat with the vegetable oil and melted butter mixed together. Cook until deep golden brown on both sides. About 4 minutes per side, but watch so they don't burn and that they are nicely browned. Can sub 1/2 cup flour if preferred over crushed crackers. And if you prefer them "poofed" a little, add 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder. Serve with sauce of choice!