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Air Fryer Salmon Patties

Ready in about 24 minutes.

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Crispy salmon patties with a soft, savoury middle and hardly any oil. Great for burgers, salads or a quick protein-packed meal.

Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.

Ingredients

  • 400 g cooked or canned salmon
  • 1 egg
  • 60 g breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Method

  1. 1Mix the salmon with the egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, lemon juice and salt.
  2. 2Shape into 4 patties and chill for 10 minutes if time allows.
  3. 3Preheat the air fryer to 190°C / 375°F.
  4. 4Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and heated through.
  5. 5Serve hot.

Tips for the best results

  • Chilling helps the patties hold together.
  • A little mayo or tartare sauce is great on the side.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Crowding the basket so air fryer salmon patties steams instead of browning.
  • Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
  • Trusting the clock instead of a probe - Air Fryer Salmon Patties is ready at 63°C / 145°F in the thickest part.
  • Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer salmon patties?

A typical starting point is 190°C / 375°F for 8-10 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.

How do I know air fryer salmon patties is cooked through?

Use a probe in the thickest part. Air Fryer Salmon Patties should reach 63°C / 145°F. Rest a few minutes before slicing so juices settle.

How many people does air fryer salmon patties serve?

This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.

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