Years of living in the Pacific Northwest came with benefits. One of which was access to salmon that we were amply supplied with by my fisherman father-in-law. My husband and sons love salmon and since we had a good stockpile of salmon steaks in the freezer, we ate it often. Unfortunately, I am allergic to salmon, so I can’t partake in this amazing superfood, but I still cook it.

There are countless ways to enjoy salmon, including salmon patties. We make this recipe with salmon steaks but canned salmon works just as well. The salmon is already cooked and inexpensive. Salmon patties are a great way to add healthy fish to your diet. Throw some bang bang sauce on the side for dipping and you’ve got a winner for kids and adults alike.

Bang bang sauce is sweet, tangy, creamy, and slightly spicy. It’s fun to say, and pairs well with fish, chicken, shrimp, burgers, tacos, or even as a sandwich spread. You can use this spicy sweet sauce however you like.

Happy Eating!

“Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted over the earth.” Psalm 46:10

Salmon Patties

Ingredients

½ an onion finely minced

handful of fresh parsley, chopped 

juice from ½ a lemon 

2 eggs

¾ cup bread crumbs

1 (14.75 oz.) can of salmon

salt and pepper to taste

avocado oil for frying

Instructions

1. Drain the salmon and check for small bones.You can remove the skin too, if you prefer.
2. In a medium sized bowl place onion, parsley, lemon juice, eggs, bread crumbs, salmon, and salt and pepper. Use a fork and mix until evenly combined.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add avocado oil.
4. Form salmon mixture into approximately 6 patties. Fry each patty for 3 to 5 minutes per side until they are brown. Enjoy!

Bang Bang Sauce 

Ingredients

½ cup mayonnaise

1 Tbsp Siracha

2 Tbsp sweet chili sauce

1 tsp lemon juice

1 tsp honey 

Whisk ingredients in a small bowl. Enjoy!