Salmon Burgers

Salmon Burgers are easy to make, flavorful with an amazing sauce that truly makes them over the top delicious. You wouldn’t expect that you can get such an amazing result easily at home. For a great twist to your classic burger for summer cookouts, BBQs, get togethers, potlucks, this Salmon Burgers recipe is for you.

You and me know that I’m always here and up for amazing burger recipes like Hamburger Steaks, Pizza Burgers, Cheeseburger Soup, or Hamburger Casserole. 

Of course what makes any burger patty better is the perfect Burger Sauce. It is clear that these two go hand in hand together like bread and butter.

Salmon Burgers are no exception, because they are simply delicious. Once you try them, you will agree this recipe is a keeper that you will come back to again and again.

Reasons to make and love these Salmon Burgers

They are a great alternative to classic burgers.

For me these are the epitome of what an amazing burger should be and always will be.

The sauce is amazing, because you use it in the burger patties and for serving.

Have a look at my step by step pictures and know these burgers are so easy to make, and the result is impressive.

Preparation of these Salmon Burgers is really versatile: you can fry, bake or grill them. Also you can serve them up on burger buns or lettuce.

What you need for this Salmon Burgers recipe

Salmon: I use vegan salmon, but that is truly up to you. You can use any salmon that you like according to your preferences. Filets, canned, fresh anything will work.

I cook my Salmon Burgers with oil in a pan, but you can also bake, grill or use your air fryer. Any oil is great: olive, canola, sunflower or whatever you have on hand.

Green onions have an amazing texture and are milder than regular onions. In my gusto that truly compliments our patties so good.

Breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs is what I use, because I really like the texture and crispiness of these breadcrumbs. However you can use any that you like and want just make sure if you make them yourself to finely chop or crumble them.

Sauce: This is what makes any burger better and I add some to the patties and of course further for serving: I use egg free mayo, mix them with dill, garlic and capers for a bit of tang and acidy.

How to make Salmon Burgers

Prepare sauce

In a small bowl, combine mayo, dill, garlic, capers. Add a pinch of salt and pepper, mix.

Prepare burger patties

Take the bowl of a food processor and add 3 Tbs from the sauce, salmon, green onions. Chop everything until mix. Make sure to leave some texture.

Add breadcrumbs and briefly pulse 1 to 2 times. Form 4 equal-sized patties from the mixture and set aside.

Cook patties in a pan

Heat up oil in a pan and wait until oil is hot. Add patties and cook them evenly at least 3 minutes from each side until golden and browned.

Cook patties in the oven

Preheat oven to 400F.

Distribute patties evenly so that you can make sure they bake up at the same size and time. Bake them for around 15 minutes.

To grill

Place your patties on the BBQ, close the lid and grill them for around 3 minutes each side. If you use a grilling pan instead: add a smear of oil to your grilling pan, wait until hot as well and grill them for 3 minutes side to side.

Preparation in the air fryer

Preheat air fryer to 400F, add patties to your air fryer basket and fry them for around 8 minutes. Flip halfway through.

Serving Salmon Burgers

You can serve them on a bun or lettuce as I mentioned before. Don’t forget to serve everything up with as much sauce as you like.

Leftover, storage and freezing instructions

Leftovers can be used for 4 days and you can reheat them in the microwave, oven or heat them up on low temperature in the pan.

For freezing: let the Salmon Burgers cool completely and wrap them individually or use air tight containers.

You can do this for both cooked and uncooked. Keep in mind to thaw them properly before you reheat and cook them again.

What’s the best way to eat a Salmon Burger

Oh yes I have lots and lots inspirations for you. You can see in my step by step pictures I keep it really simple and use red onions, tomatoes and lettuce.

Yet of course feel free to add the following for any other amazing varities:

• Spinach
• Avocado
• Coleslaw
• Sauteed Mushrooms
• Garlic Mushrooms

Other recipes to try

• Tomato Pie
• Carolina BBQ Sauce
• Vegetarian White Chili
• Sweet and Sour Cauliflower
• Lemon Pasta
• Burrito Bowl

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Enjoy, Florian.