Basic Salmon Croquettes

Health score
9%
Basic Salmon Croquettes
10 min.
6
290kcal

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If you're in search of a quick and delicious meal that delivers on flavor and satisfaction, look no further than these Basic Salmon Croquettes! Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these croquettes are an ideal choice for lunch or dinner, easy enough to whip up in just 10 minutes. With the delightful mix of pink salmon, buttermilk, and a hint of garlic salt, every bite offers a savory experience that’s hard to resist.

The beauty of this dish lies not only in its simplicity but also in its versatility. Serve these golden-brown croquettes alongside a zesty Lemon-Caper Cream for an extra burst of flavor that's sure to impress your family or guests. Rich in protein and brimming with healthy fats, they strike the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition, making them suitable for any meal of the day.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is a fantastic way to incorporate more seafood into your diet. Plus, the satisfaction of creating such a delightful dish from scratch is unmatched. Get ready to enjoy a taste of the coast right from your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup buttermilk 
  • 0.3 cup self-rising corn meal mix 
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.1 teaspoon garlic salt 
  • servings lemon-caper cream 
  • 14 oz pink salmon canned
  • tablespoons self-rising flour 
  • cups vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Drain salmon; remove skin and bones, and flake.
  2. Place salmon in a medium bowl. Stir in egg and next 4 ingredients until blended. (Batter will be wet.)
  3. Drop salmon mixture by tablespoonfuls into hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and slightly flatten with a fork. Fry, in batches, 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until browned.
  4. Drain on paper towels. Keep warm on a wire rack in a jelly-roll pan in a 200 oven.
  5. Serve with Lemon-Caper Cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories290kcal
Protein22.04%
Fat63.71%
Carbs14.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.58
Glycemic Load
1.52
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
13.989565299905%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.5mg
Hesperetin
1.95mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:290.04kcal
14.5%
Fat:20.51g
31.55%
Saturated Fat:3.55g
22.2%
Carbohydrates:10.32g
3.44%
Net Carbohydrates:9.47g
3.44%
Sugar:1.19g
1.32%
Cholesterol:69.58mg
23.19%
Sodium:235.15mg
10.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.97g
31.93%
Selenium:28.4µg
40.57%
Vitamin B12:2.27µg
37.83%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.26%
Vitamin B3:5.75mg
28.73%
Vitamin K:26.82µg
25.54%
Phosphorus:230.66mg
23.07%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.62%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.62%
Vitamin B5:1.36mg
13.64%
Folate:47.93µg
11.98%
Potassium:394.18mg
11.26%
Copper:0.2mg
9.82%
Vitamin E:1.31mg
8.73%
Magnesium:28.43mg
7.11%
Iron:1.21mg
6.75%
Calcium:66.04mg
6.6%
Zinc:0.76mg
5.08%
Vitamin C:3.71mg
4.5%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.16%
Fiber:0.85g
3.39%
Vitamin D:0.43µg
2.84%
Vitamin A:133.15IU
2.66%
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