Salmon Cakes with Chili Mayonnaise Sauce
Elevate your seafood dinner game with these irresistible Salmon Cakes with Chili Mayonnaise Sauce—a perfect blend of crispy texture and bold flavors. Made with tender flaked salmon, zesty lemon zest, fresh green onions, and a hint of Dijon mustard, these golden-brown salmon cakes are pan-fried to perfection for a satisfying crunch. The star of the dish, however, is the creamy chili mayonnaise sauce, made with a kick of Sriracha and a splash of fresh lemon juice, offering the perfect tangy-spicy complement to the savory cakes. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, appetizers, or entertaining. Serve warm with a drizzle of the sauce or alongside a crisp salad for a full, flavor-packed meal that's sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 450 grams Cooked salmon (flaked)
- 120 grams Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large Eggs
- 80 grams Mayonnaise
- 15 grams Dijon mustard
- 3 stalks Green onions (finely chopped)
- 15 grams Parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 60 milliliters Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 120 grams Mayonnaise (for chili sauce)
- 15 milliliters Sriracha or chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flaked cooked salmon, Panko breadcrumbs, eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, green onions, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2
Mix together gently but thoroughly until the mixture holds its shape when formed into a patty.
Step 3
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 2.5 cm thick.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Cook the salmon cakes in batches, frying each for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 6
To make the chili mayonnaise sauce, whisk together the mayonnaise, Sriracha or chili sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Step 7
Serve the salmon cakes warm with a generous dollop of chili mayonnaise sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1034.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3454.6 |
| Total Fat 273.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 773.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5135.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 120.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.1g | |
| Protein 130.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2647IU | 0% |
| Calcium 232.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2084.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories