What are Salmon Cakes?

Salmon cakes, also known as salmon patties, are circular patties made from canned salmon. The salmon is mixed with eggs, breadcrumbs, and mayo for moisture and to keep the patty together as it is sauteéd on a skillet. These cakes are incredibly tasty, and the best part is — they’re made with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.

How to Make Salmon Cakes

This salmon patty recipe takes a quick 15 minutes of prep time. Do the prep ahead of time and save the cooking for later.

Sauté the onions: On a preheated pan, sauté the minced onion in olive oil until translucent and lightly golden.
Crumble the salmon: In a large bowl, break apart the canned salmon into small pieces.
Combine all the ingredients: Combine all of the remaining ingredients with the salmon.
Shape the cakes: Shape the salmon cakes with a scoop or a spoon. Shape into a ball, then lightly flatten.
Cook: Preheat a large skillet to medium heat and pan fry each side for three to four minutes or until golden brown.