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Spicy Salmon Cakes with Sriracha Aioli

Spicy Salmon Cakes with Sriracha Aioli for Flavorful Meals

Delight in Spicy Salmon Cakes with Sriracha Aioli, a quick and flavorful meal that transforms canned salmon into something extraordinary.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Cakes
  • 2 cups cooked salmon, flaked fresh, canned, or leftovers
  • 1 large egg binds the mixture
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise light or flavored versions
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard adds tang
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce infuses savory depth
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce customize to heat preference
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika substitute with regular paprika
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped or cilantro for a twist
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice balances richness
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs for crispy texture
  • to taste salt and pepper essential for seasoning
For the Sriracha Aioli
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise base for aioli
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha adds spicy kick
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice echoes salmon cake flavor
  • 1 clove grated garlic for freshness
  • to taste salt for seasoning

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Salmon: Flake the cooked salmon into a medium bowl, ensuring there are no skin or bones present.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In the bowl with the flaked salmon, add the egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, parsley, lemon juice, panko breadcrumbs, and salt and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
  3. Form Patties: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty about ¾ inch thick. Optionally, roll in extra panko.
  4. Cook Salmon Cakes: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Make Sriracha Aioli: While cakes are frying, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, lemon juice, and garlic until smooth; adjust seasoning.
  6. Serve: Remove salmon cakes from skillet, drain on paper towels, and serve warm with sriracha aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the salmon mixture is moist but can hold together. Adjust spices to preference.

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