PISTACHIO-CRUSTED SALMON CAKES

Pistachio-Crusted Salmon Cakes image

Provided by weekend cooker

Categories Nuts

Time 30m

Yield 4 patties, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 lbs salmon fillets
1 egg
1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lime zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup coarsely ground pistachios
2 tablespoons canola oil
lime wedge (for garnish)

Steps:

In a large non-stick skillet, bring 4 cups water to a boil.
Reduce heat, add fillets and poach, uncovered for 8-10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from pan and cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, mustard, lime peel, salt, and pepper.
Shred salmon with two forks, fold into bread crumb mixture.
Shape into 8 patties, and coat both sides with pistachios.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook patties in oil in batches for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.9, Fat 28.7, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 111.9, Sodium 341.3, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.7, Protein 37.5