Salmon Tikki

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds toasted
• 0.3 teaspoon curry powder 
• 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh minced
• 1.5 tablespoons ginger fresh minced
• 1.3 pounds salmon fillet 
• 0.8 teaspoon salt 
• 1  serrano chile minced seeded
• 2  shallots minced
• 0.3 cup vegetable oil divided
• 4 servings yogurt-cucumber sauce 

Equipment

• food processor
• bowl
• frying pan

Directions

1. Cut salmon into large chunks; place in a food processor. Pulse several times or until minced.
2. Place salmon in a large bowl; add shallots and next 6 ingredients, stirring to combine. Shape salmon mixture into 8 small patties, cover, and chill at least 30 minutes or until ready to cook.
3. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add 4 patties. Cook 3 minutes on each side or until golden. Repeat procedure with remaining oil and salmon patties.
4. Serve with Yogurt-Cucumber Sauce.