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Salmon: Great-Grandma Addie's Salmon Croquettes

Source of Recipe

From "Southern Living: A Southern Gentleman's Kitchen"


Recipe Introduction

"Once an affordable yet hearty dish, salmon croquettes have seen many an 'artisanal' makeover these days using fresh-cooked organic salmon along with ingredients that may or may not be indigenous to the region. The way I see it, why mess with a good thing? I like to keep my recipe straightforward and simple, presenting a dish in the same manner that satisfied me and the many generations that came before me."

List of Ingredients

◦  3 (5-ounce) aluminum foil pouches skinless, boneless pink salmon
â—¦ ½ cup fine, dry breadcrumbs
â—¦ 1 large egg, beaten
â—¦ 1 teaspoon kosher salt
â—¦ ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
â—¦ 2 tablespoons finely chopped green bell pepper
â—¦ 2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper
â—¦ ½ medium Vidalia or sweet onion, finely grated
â—¦ 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
â—¦ ¼ cup unsalted butter, divided
â—¦ Creamy Dill and Lemon Sauce



Recipe

Place salmon in a wire-mesh strainer, and press lightly to remove excess liquid. Combine salmon and next eight ingredients in a large bowl. Using hands, toss ingredients together until blended, being careful not to overwork mixture. Loosely shape mixture into eight 3-inch patties, each about 1 inch thick.

Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat one minute, or until hot; melt 2 tablespoons butter in hot skillet. Add half of salmon patties, and cook 4 minutes on each side or until browned. Transfer patties to a serving platter, and cover loosely with aluminum foil to keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining butter and patties.

Serve croquettes with Creamy Dill and Lemon Sauce.


Serves 4



Creamy Dill and Lemon Sauce:

â—¦ ¾ cup mayonnaise
â—¦ 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
â—¦ 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill weed
â—¦ ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper


Stir together all ingredients in a small bowl until blended.
Cover and chill until ready to serve.


Makes 1 cup