Skillet Salmon Croquettes
Skillet Salmon Croquettes deliver a crisp, golden crust with a tender, flaky center that highlights the rich flavor of canned salmon. Subtle onion sweetness and a touch of cayenne create a balanced warmth that pairs well with simple sides or a fresh salad. Serve these for a quick weeknight dinner or as a brunch-worthy bite with remoulade or tartar sauce.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Skillet Salmon Croquettes, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 57 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 13
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 63
- Inflammatory
- 69
- Performance
- 32
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine the salmon, eggs, and onion in a bowl. Season with cayenne and salt, then mix well. Put the fish fry in a separate bowl.
- 2
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
While the oil heats, scoop a large spoonful of the salmon mixture into your palm and shape it into an oval croquette patty. Place the croquettes in the fish fry and flip to coat. Repeat to form the remaining croquettes.
- 4
Working in batches, add the croquettes to the hot oil and cook until the edges are browned, about 5 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined platter and repeat with the remaining batches.
- Calories 242.41 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 23.8 g Good Source 48%
- Carbohydrate 10.3 g 4%
- Total Fat 11.24 g Moderate 14%
- Saturated Fat 2.14 g Moderate 11%
- Trans Fat 0.04 g High --
- Cholesterol 116.0 mg High 39%
- Sodium 715.5 mg High 31%
- Dietary Fiber 0.23 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.59 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 241.36 mg Moderate 19%
- Iron 1.44 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 413.85 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 49.41 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 0.06 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 14.57 mcg Good Source 73%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Eggs 🥚
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Skillet Salmon Croquettes is made with 7 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Canned Salmon, Cayenne Pepper, Diced Onion, and Eggs. Each serving provides about 242.41 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Skillet Salmon Croquettes made of?
- The main ingredients are Canned Salmon, Cayenne Pepper, Diced Onion, Eggs, Salt. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Skillet Salmon Croquettes?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 242.41 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Skillet Salmon Croquettes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Skillet Salmon Croquettes healthy?
- Skillet Salmon Croquettes has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 242.41 calories and 23.8 g of protein, or 48% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin D. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 715.5 mg (31% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.14 g (11% of the Daily Value). It contains Fish, Eggs, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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