These Crispy Keto Salmon Patties are packed with tender salmon, cajun spices and fried until golden brown! An easy low carb dinner perfect for busy nights!
I love salmon patties! They are such an easy and inexpensive dinner that’s always sure to please. I have been working for a while to create really delicious, healthy salmon patties that are low-carb and keto compliant. I’ve finally got it!
Lots of recipes use crushed pork rinds in place of bread crumbs, but I have never been a fan of pork rinds so I wanted to find a substitute. The flavor of these crispy keto salmon patties is a bit cajun. The addition of chopped green onions, jalapeño, and Old Bay seasoning adds a nice complex flavor that you will love. Even better, the cook time for this recipe is only 6 minutes!
Ingredients
I made these low-carb salmon patties with almond flour (more on why in a moment), canned salmon, and my favorite seasonings. Here’s what you’ll need to make this recipe:
- Canned salmon: Full of protein and healthy fats
- Vegetables: Jalapeño and green onion
- Mayonnaise: Adds flavor and creates the right texture
- Olive oil: Olive oil or avocado oil are ideal for this recipe but any neutral oil will work.
- Egg: You will need eggs as a binder for the salmon patty mixture
- Almond flour: I like to use Anthony’s
- Coconut flour: I’ve had a lot of success with this flour
- Spices: Old Bay, salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon juice
Can I Substitute the Coconut or Almond Flour?
This recipe uses a combination of almond flour and coconut flour. Now, before you think about just using one let me explain why both are necessary for this recipe.
The almond flour is a good course binder and helps create the crispy texture when the keto salmon cakes are fried. However, alone it doesn’t absorb all of the moisture and without it these patties are still delicious but they simply fall apart. So, don’t substitute anything else stick with the combination for the best results.
How to Make Keto Salmon Patties
These healthy, high protein salmon patties are so easy to make! Here’s step-by-step instructions to make this recipe:
- In a mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients.
- All the mixture to rest for 5-10 minutes so the coconut flour can absorb any extra moisture.
- Using a 2-inch scoop, scoop the mixture out into five equal patties and pat out.
- Place the patties in the freezer for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet to medium heat and add 3-4 tablespoons of oil.
- Carefully slide the patties into the hot oil. Cook until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Remove from heat and place on napkins to absorb excess oil.
Sides for Salmon Patties
Salmon patties work well with a variety of side dish options. Here are some of our favorites!
Recipe FAQ
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free if prepared as described.
Yes, nutritional information is always included in the recipe card. Scroll down to the bottom of the page for the recipe card.
Yes! I will say that they taste best fresh, but they’re still delicious once reheated. If possible, I recommend reheating the salmon patties in a skillet with a little oil to crisp them back up again. Otherwise, you can eat them cold or gently warm them in the microwave.
More Keto Salmon Recipes:
Crispy Keto Salmon Patties Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 ounces of Salmon
- 1 small jalapeño seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 egg
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay or your favorite Cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl combine all of the salmon patty ingredients and mix until well combined.
- All the mixture to rest for 5-10 minutes so the coconut flour can absorb any extra moisture. If you have excess moisture allow the mixture to sit a little longer in the refrigerator.
- Using a 2 inch scoop, scoop the mixture out into 5 equal patties and pat out. See video for a helpful tip.
- Place the patties in the freezer for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet to medium heat and add 3-4 tablespoons of oil.
- Carefully slide the patties into the hot oil. Cook 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from heat and sit on napkins to absorb an additional oil.
- Enjoy with a low carb Jalapeno Ranch or Tarter Sauce!
Sandra says
I can’t find the keto salmon pattie video.
Annie says
It is in the body of the post and the recipe card at the bottom, if it is not showing you have an ad blocker on that is preventing it from loading.
Lesli says
The recipe looks interesting and delicious, and although it doesn’t mention any other cooking variations, I’m going to bake them in the air fryer.