Read on to learn how to make salmon patties, whether baked or pan-fried.

Fresh or canned salmon?

It’s easy to make salmon patties with either canned or fresh cooked salmon.

easy salmon cakes with dressing

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Whether you use wild-caught or farmed salmon, the choice is up to you.

you might also use leftover cooked salmon after grilling, baking or broiling.

To form salmon patties:

Flake salmon into small pieces.

ingredients for salmon patties

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To makeketo or low-carb salmon patties, substitute almond flour or ground pork rinds for the breadcrumbs.

To makegluten-free salmon patties, substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs.

With your hands, form into patties about 2-3 inches wide.

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If using foil, spritz with nonstick cooking spray.

Place the salmon patties on the baking sheet and spritz the tops with nonstick cooking spray.

Bake for about 15-20 minutes, until the salmon patties are warmed through with a browned, crispy exterior.

baked salmon patties

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Try thiseasy salmon cakes recipeto get started.

Flip and cook 2-3 minutes more until browned on both sides.

Try thesespicy pan-fried salmon cakesto get started.

pan-fried salmon patties

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