Sweet Elizabeth's Salmon Croquettes

Take your taste buds on a journey with Sweet Elizabeth's Salmon Croquettes—a timeless dish infused with fresh flavors and a crispy, golden finish. This recipe combines the convenience of canned salmon with the vibrant additions of finely diced onions, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant parsley to create tender, flavorful patties. Panko breadcrumbs and a touch of Dijon mustard lend the perfect balance of texture and tang, while a hint of paprika and sugar adds subtle warmth and sweetness. Ready in just 30 minutes, these croquettes are lightly pan-fried to perfection and are versatile enough to star as an appetizer, a light main, or a flavorful snack. Pair them with a tangy dipping sauce or fresh salad for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is simple to make. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, these salmon croquettes are destined to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 oz canned salmon
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 unit large egg
• 0.5 unit yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 stalks green onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp sugar
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 cup cooking oil (vegetable or canola)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned salmon and remove any large bones or skin. Flake the salmon into a medium mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the panko breadcrumbs, flour, and egg to the bowl with the salmon. Mix well to bind the ingredients together.

Step 3

Stir in the diced yellow onion, green onion, and chopped parsley for a fresh, aromatic flavor.

Step 4

Add the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sugar, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Thoroughly combine the mixture until evenly seasoned.

Step 5

Using your hands, shape the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties, about 2 inches in diameter and ½ inch thick.

Step 6

In a large skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.

Step 7

Carefully place the salmon patties in the skillet, being sure not to overcrowd. Cook in batches if necessary.

Step 8

Fry the patties for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until golden-brown and crisp.

Step 9

Remove the croquettes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce, a squeeze of fresh lemon, or as a part of a larger meal with salad or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(764.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1927.1

Total Fat 143.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g
Cholesterol 515.4mg	0%
Sodium 3219.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 113.7g	0%

Vitamin D 2279.5IU	0%
Calcium 347.4mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1682.4mg	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: 64.8%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 12.3%