Salmon Burgers
These Salmon Burgers made with real fresh salmon, are crispy on the outside and flaky inside, juicy and thick, and healthy and packed with protein.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Cut the salmon fillets into 1-inch strips and transfer into a food processor.
- 2
Add breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, dill, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Pulse mix on and off for 1 minute until coarsely chopped. You can also chop the salmon fillets by hand into 1/8-inch diced pieces and use a spatula to mix all the ingredients together in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
Timer: 1m - 4
Take about 1/2 cup salmon mixture at a time and use your hands to firmly shape into 4-5 large patties. You can wear disposable gloves for easy clean up.
- 5
Refrigerate or freeze for 10-15 minutes to allow the salmon patties to firm up a bit more.
Timer: 15m - 6
Heat oil in the skillet over medium heat until sizzling hot, about 2 minutes. Place patties on the skillet and cook until nicely browned and firm, about 5 minutes per side. (To air fry: Add salmon patties in batches in the air fryer basket and cook at 375F for 12-15 minutes until nicely browned. Flip once halfway through cooking. To bake: Add salmon patties to a large parchment-lined half sheet baking pan and bake in a 375F preheat oven for 15 minutes until nicely browned, flipping once.)
Timer: 2m - 7
In a medium mixing bowl, combine cabbage, carrot, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well until evenly combined.
- 8
Slice the hamburger buns and toast the slices on the grill or in the frying pan, if desired.
- 9
Place the salmon patties on the bottom half of the bun and top with coleslaw. Place top bun on top and serve immediately.