Description

These delicious Salmon Croquettes with Dill Sauce come together quickly, making a perfect savory appetizer or main dish. Using canned or leftover cooked salmon, combined with fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices, these patties are fried to golden perfection and served with a creamy, tangy dill sauce that complements the rich flavor of the fish.

Ingredients

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For the Salmon Croquettes

1 can Canned Salmon (leftover cooked salmon also works well as a substitute)
1 cup Chopped Onion (green onions can be a milder alternative)
1 cup Chopped Celery (feel free to swap this for chopped bell pepper)
2 large Eggs (no substitutes are recommended for binding)
1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (optional) (consider incorporating your favorite herbs like parsley or dill)
1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning (optional) (adjust the amount based on your personal preference)

For the Dill Sauce

1 cup Greek Yogurt (you can replace it with sour cream if preferred)
2 tbsp Fresh Dill (dried dill can be used in a pinch, but fresh is best)
1 tbsp Lemon Juice (use fresh lemon juice for the best taste)
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preparation: Gather all ingredients and chop the onion and celery finely. If using fresh herbs, chop them as well.
Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the canned salmon, chopped onion, chopped celery, and eggs. Stir thoroughly until you have a moist, well-incorporated mixture ready to form patties.
Add Seasonings: Stir in the fresh herbs and Old Bay seasoning (if using) evenly throughout the mixture to enhance the flavor.
Form Patties: Using clean hands, shape the salmon mixture into uniform-sized patties to ensure even cooking and an attractive presentation.
Heat Oil: Pour a couple of tablespoons of oil into a large skillet and heat over medium heat until the oil shimmers, indicating it is hot enough for frying.
Fry Patties: Carefully place the patties into the hot skillet. Fry each side for about 4-5 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
Drain Excess Oil: Transfer the cooked croquettes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. You can keep them warm in the oven while cooking remaining patties.
Prepare Dill Sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
Serve: Enjoy the salmon croquettes warm, paired with the refreshing dill sauce or your favorite tartar sauce for dipping. Perfect for a quick meal or entertaining guests.

Notes

Using fresh herbs like dill or parsley elevates the flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted if fresh are unavailable.
For a milder onion flavor, substitute with green onions.
Bell pepper can be used instead of celery for a different crunch and flavor.
Ensure patties are uniform in size to cook evenly.
Leftover cooked salmon can be used if canned salmon is unavailable.
Keep cooked croquettes warm in a low oven (around 200°F/93°C) as you fry the remaining patties.
You can substitute sour cream for Greek yogurt in the dill sauce if preferred.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: salmon croquettes, dill sauce, fried fish patties, canned salmon recipe, quick seafood appetizer, healthy fish patties