Hey y’all! Today, I’m making something super crispy and yummy—Southern Fried Salmon Patties!

This is an easy, classic Southern dish that’s perfect for a quick dinner or snack. Let’s get started!

Ingredients:

  • 1 can (14.75 oz) pink salmon (drained and flaked)
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup diced onion
  • ¼ cup diced bell pepper (optional)
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

  1. Prep the salmon: Drain the canned salmon and remove any large bones if needed. Flake the salmon into a bowl.

Mix the ingredients: Add the breadcrumbs, egg, diced onion, bell pepper (if using), mayo, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until it sticks well.

Form the patties: Shape the mixture into small patties, about the size of your palm. You should get around 4-6 patties.

Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat about ¼ inch of vegetable oil over medium heat until hot.

Fry the patties: Carefully place the patties in the skillet and fry for about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Don’t overcrowd the pan—work in batches if needed.

Drain and serve: Place the fried patties on a paper towel to drain any excess oil, then serve with your favorite dipping sauce or over a salad.

This will be a fun, Southern-inspired recipe for your audience to try out!