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Close-up of golden-brown panko-crusted Easy Salmon Patties on a matte white ceramic plate with visible parsley flecks.

Easy Salmon Patties with Creamy Dill Sauce

These Easy Salmon Patties feature a deeply textured, golden-brown panko crust and a creamy white dill sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 3 patties
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Easy Salmon Patties with Creamy Dill Sauce
  • 14 oz canned salmon Premium pink or red salmon, drained and flaked (400g).
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs Divided use (120g).
  • 2 large eggs (100g).
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise For the salmon binder (45g).
  • 1/4 cup chopped green parsley Divided use (15g).
  • 1/4 cup neutral oil Canola or avocado oil for pan-frying (60ml).
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Thick sour cream for the sauce base (120g).
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise For the sauce (30g).
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed (15ml).
  • 1 tbsp minced green herbs Mix of fresh dill and chives (3g).
  • 1 medium lemon Cut into bright yellow wedges for garnish.
  • 1 sprig fresh dill For garnish.

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet Cast-iron or heavy-bottomed non-stick skillet for pan-frying.
  • 2 Mixing bowls One large for the salmon mix, one small for the sauce.

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking Steps
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, lemon juice, and finely minced green herbs. Whisk vigorously until thick and creamy. Cover and chill in the refrigerator.
  2. Drain the canned salmon, place it in a large mixing bowl, and gently flake with a fork. Add the eggs, 3 tbsp mayonnaise, half of the chopped green parsley, and 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs. Mix until just combined.
  3. Form the mixture into three thick patties. In a shallow dish, mix the remaining 1/2 cup panko and the rest of the parsley. Press each patty into the mixture so the parsley flecks embed into the crust.
  4. Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully lower the patties into the hot oil. Fry for 4 to 5 minutes on the first side until a deep golden-brown crust forms. Flip and fry for 3 to 4 more minutes.
  5. Drain patties on a paper towel for one minute. Transfer to a plate, top with a generous dollop of the creamy dill sauce, and serve with a fresh yellow lemon wedge and dill sprig.

Notes

Chill the Mixture: If your kitchen is warm, chill the formed salmon patties in the fridge for 15 minutes before dredging to prevent crumbling.
Listen to the Oil: Ensure the oil is shimmering and crackling before adding the patties to guarantee a crispy pan-fried crust.