Description
Crispy southern salmon croquettes deliver a nostalgic Southern comfort meal packed with rich flavors and cultural heritage. Delightful golden-brown patties offer home cooks a simple yet satisfying way to create memorable family dinners you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz (425 g) salmon, canned
- 1 egg, large, beaten
- ½ cup (60 g) flour
- ¼ cup (30 g) yellow cornmeal
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
- 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- ½ cup (75 g) sweet onion, diced
- ¼ cup (15 g) cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp seasoned salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Preparation: Combine flour and cornmeal in a large mixing bowl, establishing a textural foundation for the salmon croquettes.
- Salmon Integration: Delicately flake salmon into the dry ingredients, breaking down chunks while ensuring even distribution of fish throughout the mixture.
- Flavor Layering: Blend red bell pepper, onion, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to create a robust flavor profile.
- Moisture Binding: Fold in cilantro and mayonnaise, then incorporate a beaten egg to transform the mixture into a cohesive, malleable composition.
- Forming Patties: Gently mold the salmon mixture into uniform, compact patties, applying consistent pressure to prevent disintegration during cooking.
- Searing Technique: Heat olive oil in a large skillet until it reaches a high, shimmering temperature that guarantees a crisp, golden exterior.
- Cooking Process: Carefully place patties into the hot oil, frying each side for 2-3 minutes until achieving a perfectly bronzed, crunchy shell.
- Serving: Remove croquettes from the skillet and plate alongside complementary condiments like tartar sauce, remoulade, or fresh lemon wedges.
Notes
- Flour Fusion: Mix cornmeal and flour thoroughly to create a perfect texture base that ensures crispy, well-structured croquettes.
- Salmon Preparation: Break down canned salmon into fine, even pieces to guarantee consistent flavor and smooth mixture integrity.
- Flavor Layering: Balance spices and fresh herbs carefully to develop a complex, rich taste profile without overwhelming the delicate salmon.
- Binding Technique: Use egg and mayonnaise strategically to hold the croquettes together, preventing crumbling during cooking and ensuring a cohesive texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg