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Salmon Croquettes are pan-fried and packed with so many great flavors. These make a quick and easy weeknight meal and are delicious with a tartar sauce!
Salmon is one of my favorite things to make. For some more easy salmon recipes, be sure to make this Garlic Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon, this delicious Sheet Pan Thai Salmon, or this easy Baked Sesame Teriyaki Salmon.
Salmon Croquette Recipe
Salmon lovers, this recipe is for you! If you don’t know what salmon croquettes are, you are in for a treat. This recipe uses canned salmon along with a host of delicious seasonings and ingredients that flavor the salmon to perfection. Once formed into patties, they are pan-fried in a skillet until golden brown.
Not only are these insanely delicious, but they make a great side to any meal or a quick, on-the-go meal if you are short on time. Don’t forget to dip them in some delicious Tartar Sauce! It really elevates these delicious croquettes, and the combined flavor is so delicious that you won’t be able to stop at one!
Ingredients in Salmon Croquettes
These ingredients are simple, and I bet that you can already find most of them in your pantry! This recipe uses classic ingredients to really grab hold of the delicious flavor of salmon and make it taste its best. Go ahead and check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.
- Panko Bread Crumbs: The breadcrumbs help to form the perfect crust.
- Flour: I used all-purpose flour in this recipe.
- Bell Peppers: These are optional, but I love the added color, crunch, and flavor they bring to the croquettes.
- Canned Salmon: Using canned salmon saves so much time!
- Garlic Powder: This is so delicious with the salmon.
- Salt and Pepper: These enhance all of the flavors in the recipe.
- Egg: The egg binds all of the ingredients together making it easy to form patties.
- Mayonnaise: This also helps bind the ingredients together and adds a creaminess to the base.
- Worcestershire Sauce: This added flavor is out of this world!
- Fresh Cilantro: If you aren’t a fan of cilantro (it seems to be a love-it-or-hate-it ingredient), then you can leave it out!
- Vegetable Oil: I use the oil to cook the croquettes in the skillet. It helps them get that golden brown color.
How do You Make Salmon Croquettes?
- Combine Ingredients: Add panko and flour to a bowl and mix. Add bell peppers, canned salmon, garlic, salt, pepper, egg, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce and cilantro. Mix until incorporated.
- Form Patties: Shape into 6-8 patties and heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook: Add patties to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Can I Bake Salmon Croquettes?
Yes! Place the croquettes on a baking sheet and cook them for 20 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit, flipping once halfway through. They are done when they are golden brown and an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are a few frequently asked questions about this salmon croquettes recipe!
- Can I use fresh salmon instead of canned salmon in this recipe? Yes, you can substitute fresh salmon for canned salmon if you prefer. Just make sure that you cook and flake the fresh salmon before adding it to the mixture.
- Can I use a different type of breadcrumb instead of Panko? Yes, you can use regular breadcrumbs or crushed crackers as a substitute for Panko if you don’t have it on hand!
- How do I know when the croquettes are cooked through? The croquettes are done when they are golden brown on both sides and have reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. I always like to use a meat thermometer to double-check the temperature.
- Can I use a different type of oil for frying the croquettes? You can use vegetable oil, canola oil, or any other neutral-flavored oil to fry the croquettes.
How to Store Leftovers
These salmon croquettes taste just as good (if not better) the next day. You can store leftovers or make them ahead of time so they are ready to heat up whenever you need them!
Make them ahead of time: You can make the croquettes ahead of time and refrigerate them for a day or two. When you are ready to eat them you can reheat them in the oven or on a skillet.
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Easy Salmon Croquettes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- (3) 5 ounce cans salmon
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Add panko and flour to a bowl and mix. Add bell peppers, canned salmon, garlic, salt, pepper, egg, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce and cilantro. Mix until incorporated.
- Shape into 6-8 patties and heat oil in large skillet over medium high heat.
- Add patties to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Hi, Alyssa. Since I’ve been in solation, I’ve been collecting recipes and really like yours. You seem to know the kinds of flavors and combinations that make cooking both creative and–so important–acceptable to the cook’s family’s palate.
This recipe allows me to use the salmon that so often shows up in food pantry boxes. Please consider trying to include in your assortment of upcoming recipes the sorts of food we pantry-goers receive. In addition to canned salmon and tuna, we are building up stockpiles of rice, pasta, dried beans and peas, rice, potatoes, apples, oatmeal and peanut butter. (I have 11 jars of peanut butter, even after sharing with friends and family!) And please work on discovering ways to make canned fruit and vegetables more appealing. Bacon works on canned beans, but I can’t figure out how to doctor up peas!
Use your creative juices to give us ideas on how to use this nutritious food we have been given–and use it in a way that will create a simple meal that tastes great without the fancier ingredients that are both too expensive and just plain unavailable right now. Cooks all over the country will appreciate simple recipes using food our parents and grandparents accepted as standard fare, but that working mothers have turned away from for convenience.
Thanks, Alyssa, for giving me recipes that my meat and potatoes husband agrees to try, then discovers he tells me I can serve again, even on my food pantry supplies.
Kimberlee, a quick idea on the canned or frozen peas. I like curry so I often sprinkle a little from the spice can or jar along with a small amount of butter. It is inexpensive and can also be used to change up chicken salad or other dishes. If you’re not sure if your husband likes curry, I would just allow each person to add it after their food is plated.
I want to make these tomorrow! Do you remove the bones and skin from the canned salmon, or just mix it all together?
I personally purchase the can that is already skinless and boneless for this recipe. I would recommend taking it out if it is easy and possible.
I tried Alaskan silver fish in place of the salmon and it was the best I’ve ever eaten! This recipe is one to pass along to family and friends.
My son gave me a large piece of Silver fish he caught in Alaska. I pan grilled it and crumbled it. It looks and tastes like salmon. I am going to try your recipe but I wanted to know if I can freeze the leftovers? And how long will they keep in the refrigerator? Thanks, KC
Yum and so sweet of your son! Yes, you can freeze this. I usually like to say about 3 months but if you can enjoy it sooner that is best.
freeze for 3 months…..a few days refrigerated…
Can the salmon croquette mixture be made in advance and refrigerated for later use? Thanks!
Yes, this is delicious warmed up too.
Thank you for the recipe. I made it following the recipe, making no changes. It was delicious.
Can I use frozen salmon, and put it in a food processor and use it like the canned salmon.
This is the best salmon croquette recipe! I eliminated the garlic just because I don’t like it, and I don’t think the recipe needs garlic anyway and used only 1/2 T of worcestershire sauce because it can be a bit overpowering. Otherwise, really delicious and easy!
I love all of your recipes!!! Every time I search something to make, your recipe pops up and they are always delicious. What would be a good sauce with these? I always need some type of sauce.
Thank you!
Made these for dinner tonight with a side salad. My husband and I really enjoyed them!
Definitely will make them again. I’m sure they will become one of our favourites and will get into our dinner menu rotation!! Thanks for sharing!!
Made them tonight, love love love, didn’t have Panko, so whizzed up rolled oats, and used dried coriander instead of fresh… turned out delicious…
That is great to hear! I am so glad that you could substitute it. That is a great idea. Thank you for sharing!
On your salmon croquettes how much oil in the skillet also said you could bake it but don’t get the temperature
I use about 1 tablespoon of oil or even less. Just enough to cover the bottom of a pan and to help the croquettes to not stick to the pan. It also helps slightly crisping up the outside.
To bake them you will heat the oven to 350* and bake for about 10-12 minutes.
Just to be clear….is this recipe calling for a 3 to 5 ounce can OR (3) 5 ounce cans….so 15 ounces of salmon? Just want to make sure I get it right.
It is three cans that are 5 ounces each. Yes, total of 15 ounces of salmon.
I had the same question 😊
Thanks for the clarification.
I used only 3 1/2 ounces salmon, and burned them.
My wife and I still liked them a lot.
Can’t wait to taste them when done properly.
Your recipes on salmon Croquettes look mighty good. I would love to print them. I want to cook them in a Nuwave air cooker with a light spray of Olive oil. Will let you know how they turn out.
THANKS A MILLION. RW
That sound fantastic! Thank you so much!
This looks terrific! Any ideas how to get a similar crunchiness for a gluten free version?
Use Udi’s GF French bread in a processor or Ian’s GF panko.
Hi Alyssa! First of all, I LOVE your recipes. I have tried many of them and those are so simple and delicious! Here is my question: my husband does not like salmon, can i replace the salmon for tuna for the salmon croquettes? Any suggestion is more than welcome. Thank you!
Hi Valeria,
In answer to your question…..I have made these with tuna as well as with salmon & they both turned out great. Just be sure to measure the equal amount of tuna as the can of salmon. I flaked my tuna a bit tho. Also – (just my preference) I did not add the chopped green & red peppers, but I did add some dried celery flakes. Either way is just delicious!
Yes you can flake the tuna so other items will stick to it. Crab meat will work too.
I sometimes do the same with all the can chicken I get from the food bank.