Salmon Patties or Fish Cakes

Salmon Patties or Fish Cakes recipe videos

Salmon patties, also known as fish cakes, are savory patties made from canned or cooked salmon mixed with binders like breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings, then pan-fried until golden. This humble, budget-friendly dish has roots in American home cooking, particularly popular in the South and Midwest as a quick weeknight meal. It's a classic example of transforming simple, shelf-stable ingredients into a satisfying protein-packed main course.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These patties are a high-protein, moderate-fat dish with a relatively low carbohydrate content unless heavily breaded. They are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and selenium, with a typical serving providing around 250-350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	310 kcal
Protein	24 g
Carbs	14 g
Fat	17 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	580 mg
Vitamin D	15 mcg
Selenium	32 mcg
Vitamin B12	4.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	1.2 g
Choline	70 mg

Per 2 patties (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Salmon patties are a culinary staple that gained immense popularity during the Great Depression and World War II as a way to stretch limited ingredients and use canned goods. Nutritionally, they offer a convenient way to incorporate heart-healthy fish into a diet, even when fresh seafood isn't readily available or affordable.