Food

Salmon Patties With Bang Bang Sauce

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!

Food

Italian Grinder Sandwich

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Tik Tok strikes again with another viral recipe. I love trying new recipes and this sandwich is so good! It’s definitely worth the hype. The grinder salad is what makes this Italian sandwich stand out. Creamy dressing with red pepper flakes and banana peppers add the perfect amount of spiciness.

This sandwich is super easy to make, yet it’s packed with flavor. The original version used homemade focaccia bread but a variety of breads will work. I have made this sandwich with french bread and that worked great, but I prefer ciabatta or focaccia bread. The thicker the bread the more challenging it will be to eat this delicious sandwich filled to overflowing with meat, cheese, and salad.

Use your favorite meats, and cheeses. This is another one of those customizable foods that I adore. Make this sandwich your own, although the version I’m giving you is very yummy. There is a good reason this Italian Grinder went viral, it’s fantastic! Have fun with this savory sandwich.

Happy Eating!

Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:6

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Italian Grinder Sandwich

Ingredients

focaccia bread or ciabatta loaf

6 to 8 slices provolone cheese

1 to 2 lbs deli meats (turkey, salami, pepperoni)

1 sliced tomato

2 to 3 Tbsp parmesan cheese

Salad Ingredients

1/2 head of iceberg lettuce thinly sliced

1/2 red onion thinly sliced

Dressing

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 1/2 Tbsp red wine vinegar

1/4 cup banana peppers or sliced pepperoncinis

1/2 tsp garlic powder or 1 clove of fresh minced garlic

1/2 tsp oregano

1/4 tsp red pepper flake

salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°.
  2. Slice loaf of bread in half lengthwise. Place each half on a baking sheet.
  3. Place 3 slices of cheese on each half of bread.
  4. Pile the turkey, then salami, then pepperoni on both halves.
  5. Put the prepared bread with meat and cheese in the oven for 5 minutes, until meat is warmed and cheese is melted.
  6. While the sandwich is in the oven get your salad ready. In a medium size bowl put mayo, red wine vinegar, banana peppers, garlic, oregano, red pepper flake, salt and pepper and whisk together. Add sliced lettuce, and red onion. Give it a good toss until evenly coated.
  7. Once the hot sandwich is out of the oven sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Then place the sliced tomatoes on each side and add salt and pepper on top. Now pile on the grinder salad on one side and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Place the other side of the sandwich on top, slice and eat!

Notes

  • French bread works well if you can’t find focaccia.
  • Use ham, prosciutto, capicola, or any meats you prefer.
  • Any of your favorite cheeses will work.
  • There will be extra salad.

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