Spicy Salmon Cakes Sweet Red Pepper Sauce

Elevate your appetizer or dinner game with these flavorful Spicy Salmon Cakes paired with a luscious Sweet Red Pepper Sauce. Made with tender, flaked salmon, zesty green onion, and a bold kick of chili flakes and paprika, these golden, pan-fried patties are crispy on the outside and perfectly moist inside. The accompanying vibrant red pepper sauce, blended with roasted peppers, creamy Greek yogurt, a hint of honey, and a splash of lemon juice, adds a sweet and tangy balance to each bite. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for seafood lovers craving something unique yet fuss-free. Serve these spicy salmon cakes as a main course for dinner or as an elegant appetizer at your next gathering, topped with a garnish of fresh parsley for an irresistibly gourmet finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 340 grams cooked salmon (flaked)
• 120 grams panko breadcrumbs
• 1 piece egg (large)
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 stalks green onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
• 150 grams roasted red peppers (jarred or freshly roasted, drained)
• 1 piece garlic clove (minced)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 teaspoon salt (for sauce)
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the flaked salmon, panko breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, green onion, parsley, chili flakes, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 2

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 2.5 centimeters thick. Place the patties on a plate and refrigerate for 15 minutes to help them firm up.

Step 3

While the patties chill, prepare the sweet red pepper sauce. In a blender or food processor, add the roasted red peppers, minced garlic, honey, lemon juice, Greek yogurt, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the salmon cakes (work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding). Cook each side for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 5

Transfer the cooked salmon cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.

Step 6

Serve the salmon cakes warm, drizzled with the sweet red pepper sauce. Garnish with additional parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(880.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2141.5

Total Fat 134.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 433.2mg	0%
Sodium 3635.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.4g
Protein 105.2g	0%

Vitamin D 1979IU	0%
Calcium 220.7mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 2005.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.3%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 25.5%