Making childhood recipes always make you feel like a kid all over again. This Salmon burger from canned salmon is so easy to make and uses pantry staple ingredients.
You can easily serve these salmon patties with so many different toppings and sides, and they are especially great if topped with this Shito pepper sauce to add some extra heat.
Why Canned Salmon?
Although this may not be the premier choice when it comes to making salmon cakes.
But canned salmon is a great economical option as they are easily available at the super market, and has a longer shelf life.
You can certainly use fresh salmon, if preferred. However, be sure to cook the salmon longer on both sides as it is raw.
Ingredients
These salmon patties are easy to make with very little effort, and are perfect for a quick easy dinner. You do not need a laundry list of ingredients. All you’ll need are the following listed below:
- 2 – 14 oz. cans Pink Salmon drained; we used the Starkist brand.
- Juice from one canned salmon.
- 3large eggs beaten, the eggs will help bind the salmon together.
- 1 dried or fresh parsley chopped.
- 1 rosemary leaves dried.
- 1 Dijon mustard.
- 1/2cup all-purpose flour.
- olive oilfor frying, as needed.
Optional Ingredients:
- 1/4cup onions, chopped.
- 1 fresh lime juice to add freshness to the salmon.
Best Salmon To Use
Although fresh salmon is always the best option when it comes to making salmon burgers; however, to keep it economically friendly we recommend the following canned salmon listed below.
- Starkist Wild Alaskan Pink Salmon: Pink salmon is generally cheaper, and also comes in low sodium as swell. The sauce is not overly seasoned which makes it easily adaptable when creating your own burger. The mean is chunky, which is why we recommend mashing the salmon with a potato masher.
- Alternatively, you can also use fresh salmon. Be mindful using fresh salmon will result in longer cooking time and will require a little more handling.
How To Make Salmon Burgers From Canned Salmon
The full recipe and ingredients are listed below. But here is a quick step by step guide to make this recipe perfectly each time.
To make these perfectly round salmon burgers, I like to use my measuring cup to help form these little guys into nice size patties.
Drain one canned salmon and add it to a large bowl. Next, add the other canned salmon with the juice to the salmon in the bowl. Use a potato masher to mash the salmon.
Add the eggs, garlic powder, parsley and rosemary, and flour. Mass and mix well.
Then add the old bay seasoning, and Dijon mustard. Mix well to combine.
Heat the skillet and add the oil. Use a measuring cup (1/2 cup) to add the salmon mixture to the skillet. Use a spatula to lightly flatten the salmon.
Cook for 7 minutes on both sides (14 minutes or up to 20 minutes total).
Topping: The Guacamole
You will want to dress the salmon burgers with this guacamole recipe. All you need to make an easy, tasty, and perfect guacamole are ripe avocados and lightly season with salt.
Of course, you may follow it with a little lemon or lime juice for acidity. However, I like to add a little cilantro and small amount of chopped onions. Once you are done mixing the ingredients, you’ll have the perfect dressing for your salmon burger.
What To Serve With Salmon Burger?
When you’re ready to eat, drizzle lemon juice over burger. This always gives the meat a nice addition of zest.
They make a delicious and hearty dinner with this Instant Pot cauliflower mashed potatoes.
You can also serve them with this Haitian Pikliz, which is a spicy pickled cabbage that will add some extra crunch.
If you’re craving a hearty meal, pair these salmon cakes with a salad, like one of the following listed below:
Marinated tomato and cucumber salad
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
You can serve this salmon burger with white rice, rice pilaf, or rice and beans.
You can serve the salmon burger with steamed cabbage, instant pot carrots, yuca fries, onion rings, or with this plantain balls.
Adding eggs and flour will help the salmon burger stay together and keep from falling apart.
More Salmon Recipes To Enjoy
If you love this salmon burger recipe, try one of these hearty salmon next:
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Delicious Salmon Burgers With Guacamole Recipe
Ingredients
Delicious Salmon Burgers With Guacamole Recipe
- 2 14 oz. cans Pink Salmon 1 drained
- 3 large eggs beaten
- 1 tbsp. garlic powder
- 1 tbsp. dried or chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp. rosemary leaves dried
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp. old bay seasoning
- 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
- olive oil for frying, 1 tbsp at a time
Delicious Guacamole
- 1 avocado
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp tabasco sauce
- 1/2 tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions
Delicious Salmon Burgers With Guacamole Recipe
- Drain one canned salmon and add it to a large bowl. Next, add the other canned salmon with the juice to the salmon in the bowl. Use a potato masher to mash the salmon. Add the eggs, garlic powder, parsley and rosemary, and flour. Mass and mix well. Then add the old bay seasoning, and Dijon mustard. Mix well to combine. Heat a nonstick skillet and add the 2 tbsp. olive oil. Use a measuring cup (1/2 cup) to add the salmon mixture to the skillet. Use a spatula to lightly flatten the salmon. Cook for 7 minutes on both sides (14 minutes or up to 20 minutes total). Remove from heat and place on a paper toweled plate.
Delicious Guacamole Spread
- In a small bowl, gently smash the avocado with a fork. Then add the salt and pepper, Tabasco sauce, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil. Mix well. Serve with salmon burgers.
Michelle
I love all your amazing recipes 💚
Mirlene
Thank you so much Michelle!
Vaishali
I was talking to my husband this morning about how to include more salmon in our diet. This recipe will be perfect for it. Thanks
MDesir
Wonderful! I am glad you find it to be helpful.
Zoi
This recipe looks delicious and also healthy, especially if we serve with some of the options you gave. And the guacamole is a nice twist, I will try to cook it some of these days.
MDesir
Thank you, Zoi!
Karla
Wow! Salmon is one of my favorites! Now I have a new way of cooking it! Thanks!
MDesir
Definitely! It is one of my favorites too.
Amy
Mmm. Love salmon. Love guacamole. Definitely gonna check this combo out! 😀
Joi
Will totally be saving this for a weeknight meal! Love that you included options for those of us who want to skip the buns. Can’t wait to try this out.
Xo, Joi
MDesir
Thank you, Joi!
Stephanie
I’ve never made salmon burgers but these look delicious! Adding guacamole is such a good idea!
MDesir
Thank you, Stephanie!
Heather
Yum! I totally forgot about how much I love salmon burgers! Thank you for reminding me, and thank you for the delicious recipe! I can’t wait to buy some salmon and try these 🙂
MDesir
I love salmon burgers too as they are so easy to make. Thanks, Heather!
Arjhon
This is a new way to enjoy cooking salmon. Looks delicious and easy. Definitely trying this recipe. Thanks for this recipe!.
MDesir
Thank you, Arjhon. Let me know how you like it.
Sondria Harp
I’ve just started liking salmon, this looks fantastic. I’m so excited to have another great salmon recipe.
MDesir
Thank you, Sondria!
Yvonne
I love salmon and what better than in a burger.
Lisa
This looks delicious! I love that you topped them with guacamole! Yum!
MDesir
Thank you, Lisa!
Camila
these salmon patties look amazing. Never thought of serving it with guac!!
MDesir
Thank you, Camila!
Tara
these look absolutely mouth-watering, how yum!
MDesir
Thank you, Tara!
Patricia-Ann Que
im not a huge fan of burgers but salmon? i love it big time including this! it is surely something i would be interested to try!
Pooja @ Peaceful Banyan Tree
Oh my god, this looks so delicious! Salmon is my favorite but I never thought of a burger. I am definitely going to try this soon and of course with Guacamole sauce! Thanks for sharing!
MDesir
You definitely should try it. Thanks for reading, Pooja!
Dani
These look incredible! My mouth is watering, must try them out
MDesir
Thanks for reading, Dani. I hope you like it.
Katie
This looks so tasty and healthy too!
MDesir
Thank you, Katie!
Lucy
I’ve never made salmon burgers before. What a great idea! Going to try out this recipe this weekend. Hope it turns out as good as yours looks!
MDesir
I am pretty sure it will! Thanks for reading, Lucy!
Cori - Sweet Coralice
YUM!! I haven’t had, or made, Salmon Burgers in a very long time and these pics are making me drool all ovah muh keyberd!!! 😉
MDesir
hahaha oh no! not on the keyboard. Thank you, Cori.