Description
Sesame Crusted Salmon Patties deliver a delightful fusion of Pacific Northwest flavors with crispy sesame coating. Quick and elegant, these patties promise a restaurant-quality meal that invites you to savor each golden, herb-infused bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Patties Ingredients:
Main Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) skinless center-cut salmon fillets, finely chopped
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sambal oelek or Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Aromatics and Herbs:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 lime, zested and ½ juiced
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint, finely chopped
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs, divided
- 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
Instructions
- Meticulously dice salmon into uniform, fine pieces, ensuring no bones or skin remain, then transfer to a spacious mixing vessel.
- Create a flavor-packed base by whisking together mayonnaise, soy sauce, fish sauce, sambal oelek, minced garlic, grated ginger, lime zest and juice, finely chopped red onion, fresh cilantro, mint, green onions, salt, pepper, and panko breadcrumbs in a separate bowl.
- Gently incorporate chopped salmon into the aromatic breadcrumb mixture, using hands to blend ingredients thoroughly and ensure even distribution.
- Craft 6-7 uniform patties, placing them carefully on a parchment-lined baking sheet, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and firm up.
- Prepare the sesame coating by combining remaining ½ cup (120 grams) panko with white and black sesame seeds in a shallow dish.
- Warm cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Delicately coat each chilled patty in the sesame-breadcrumb mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Carefully place patties in hot skillet, cooking approximately 4 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Plate immediately atop fresh mixed greens or nestled within a soft sandwich roll for optimal enjoyment.
Notes
- Overnight chilling transforms these salmon patties, allowing flavors to meld and develop a robust, harmonious taste profile.
- Finely chopping fresh salmon ensures a smooth, delicate texture that prevents dry or chunky patties.
- Combining multiple herbs like cilantro and mint creates a bright, complex flavor layer that elevates the seafood.
- Using both white and black sesame seeds adds visual interest and provides complementary nutty, toasted undertones.
- Pat salmon dry before chopping to remove excess moisture and help patties hold their shape during cooking.
- Achieve golden-brown perfection by maintaining medium-high heat and avoiding overcrowding in the skillet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 456 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg