Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (2024)

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Although I work from home, I prepare my weekday lunches in large batches to avoid a mid-day cooking session. For the last few months, my lunches primarily consist of one the following:

  • A cauliflower rice or parsnip rice “grain” bowl, with variations on quickly sautéed veggiesand the protein. I make theveggie rice and protein ahead of time.
  • A blended vegetable soup, with collagen protein, slow-cooked meat, and coconut creamadded.
  • A salad with Primal Kitchen’s new paleo dressing,alongsidebroiled fish or hard-boiled eggs. And also acoconut flour muffin or two!

Recently, I’ve been enjoying these make-ahead salmon cakes as an addition to my veggie bowl, soup or salad. One batch keeps in the fridge for a few days. Ready to serve within minutes, I simply brown a couple of cakes in a sauté pan to warm through and create a golden crust.

I enjoy these salmon cakes served with lemon wedges and Primal Kitchen’s Avocado Mayo. I mention the brand because it’s the best mayo I’ve tasted, andit uses healthy avocado oil instead of vegetable oils like safflower, canola, or sunflower oil.I’ve collaborated with Thrive Market to give you a free jar of it here, with your first Thrive order.

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Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe

Author:Lauren

Serves:Makes 6-7 salmon cakes (2-3 servings)

With just a handful of ingredients, this one-bowl recipe packs protein and omega-3s. Keep a batch in the fridge and re-heat for quick meals. I enjoy these salmon cakes with soup or salad. They also make a hearty breakfast, topped with over-easy eggs.

Ingredients

For the salmon cakes:

  • 2 6oz. cans wild salmon (such as this brand), liquid drained off
  • ¼ cup sweet potato or butternut squash puree (canned or fresh)
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 Tbs. coconut flour, available here
  • ¼ cup finely sliced scallions
  • 2 tsp. coconut aminos, available here
  • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper

To brown before serving:

  • 2 Tbs ghee or coconut oil

Optional, for serving:

  • Mayonnaise (I like Primal Kitchen's Mayo)
  • Fresh lemon

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350.
  2. In a bowl, combine all ingredients with a fork. Form into 6-7 patties on the baking sheet.
  3. Bake patties until firm, about 30 minutes.
  4. If making these ahead, let the baked salmon cakes cool completely and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a few days. The salmon cakes can be browned immediately after baking or after being made ahead and stored in the fridge.
  5. When ready to serve, heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the salmon cakes in batches until browned and hot, a couple minutes per side.

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  1. Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (7)Ann

    I know I’m a little late to the party here but I just wanted to say that I love these! I’ve made it a few different ways and I’m always pleased with the results. I like to put it on top of desk salads for added protein- something about baking them seems to limit the stink that canned fish often involves. I halved the recipe (made four smallish/medium sized cakes), subbed canned pumpkin for sweet potato, and subbed tuna for salmon based on what I had on hand. I also forgot to drain the liquid so I added an extra tablespoon of coconut flour. And I added some umami seasoning that I recently bought on impulse from TJ’s. It probably would have been even better if I would have bothered to follow your instructions more diligently but I’m pleased with the results overall so I’m counting it as a win 🙂 Keep the paleo fish recipes coming!!

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  2. Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (9)emily

    So happy to hear this turned out so great for you! And thank you for sharing with us! ?

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  3. Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (10)Melanie

    Have you tried freezing these?

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    • Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (11)Kandice

      I doubled the recipe & froze the extras – they thawed quickly at room temperature (about 20-30min before warming) and we’re easy to warm in a skillet. The consistency was the same as the first cakes that we ate fresh.

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  4. Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (12)Mary Harlow

    I’m doing the Macros diet…can u send me the nutrition info for these or tell me where to find it? I can look it all up but thought if you had it abailable and accessible that would be great! Thanks so much!!!

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  5. Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (13)Efi

    Is it possible to make with fresh ( or frozen) salmon?

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    • Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (14)Lauren Geertsen

      Yes, you could make this with any type of cooked salmon that you flake with a fork.

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FAQs

What's the best way to reheat salmon patties? ›

How to Store and Reheat
  1. Microwave – reheat the salmon patties in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. This is the quickest option but yields the least crispy reheated salmon cakes.
  2. Air fryer – reheat the salmon patties in a 380°F air fryer for 3-4 minutes. ...
  3. Oven – reheat the salmon patties in a 375°F oven for 8-10 minutes.
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Can you freeze salmon patties before cooking? ›

Can You Freeze Salmon Patties? Yes! But it's best to freeze the salmon patties before cooking them.

How do you keep salmon cakes from falling apart? ›

Refrigerate The Mix, Use A Sheet Pan

Then you can scoop the cakes and put them on a sheet pan to cool down in the fridge once again. The cooler temperature of the mix will help everything stick together better when the patties are pan-fried, crisping them up nicely.

What can I use instead of breadcrumbs in salmon patties? ›

What can I use instead of breadcrumbs in salmon patties? Instead of panko breadcrumbs, you can use cornmeal as we are or crushed Saltine crackers.

Do salmon patties reheat well? ›

Storing: Once cooled to room temperature, store salmon patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat: It's best reheated them in a pan over medium-low heat. Seafood, in general, is not good to reheat in the microwave so try to avoid that.

Can salmon patties be reheated? ›

This recipe is easy to halve if you want to make fewer patties or double it to make extras for meal prep. Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. They're excellent eaten cold over salads, but you can also reheat them in the microwave until warm if you prefer.

Should frozen salmon patties be thawed before cooking? ›

They can be cooked straight out of the freezer, without adding any fuss or hours to the cooking time. In fact, with our tips and tutorials, you can enjoy salmon burgers from freezer to table in 20 minutes flat.

Can you freeze salmon patties after frying? ›

Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The cooked salmon cakes can be frozen for up to 3 months. Once cool, lay them out on one (or more) foil-lined baking sheet(s) and cover them loosely with plastic wrap. Freeze the patties in a single layer for about an hour, then remove them from the freezer.

How long can you keep uncooked salmon patties in the fridge? ›

TO STORE: Uncooked salmon patties can be refrigerated for up to 1 day. Individually wrap each patty and store it in an airtight container. Cooked salmon patties can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. TO REHEAT: Reheat gently in a lightly oiled skillet on the stove.

Why are my salmon cakes mushy? ›

Cooking the salmon patties at too high a temperature or for too short a time can result in a mushy interior. Is canned salmon good for you? Canned salmon has great health benefits! It's high in protein, rich in omega-3 heart healthy fats, high in potassium and B vitamins…just to name a few.

Why are my salmon patties mushy? ›

A perfectly cooked salmon patty should be moist and tender inside with a slightly crispy exterior. If your salmon patty has a grey or mushy texture on the inside, the color may come from the skin side of the flesh, but if it's mushy, it may be undercooked.

Why won't my salmon patties stay together? ›

Make sure your mixture isn't too wet or too dry

For your patties to stay together and cook without falling apart, you must get the moisture just right.

How do you get the fishy taste out of salmon patties? ›

How to Control Salmon's Fishiness with a Milk Bath. You can also lessen salmon's strong flavor by soaking it in a milk bath for 20 minutes and then draining it and patting it dry before cooking. The casein in milk binds to the TMA, and when drained away, it takes the culprit that causes fishy odor with it.

What can I use as a binder instead of eggs in salmon patties? ›

You can use wheat flour, oat flour or mashed potatoes egg substitute for binder in salmon patties. Replace each egg with 1/3 cup of flour or mashed potato.

What should I use if I don't have breadcrumbs? ›

For ¼ cup fine, dry bread crumbs, substitute any of these items:
  • ¾ cup soft bread crumbs.
  • ¼ cup panko.
  • ¼ cup cracker or pretzel crumbs.
  • ¼ cup crushed cornflakes or other unsweetened cereals.
  • ⅔ cup regular rolled oats (Use this only as a substitute for bread crumbs in meat loaf and other meat mixtures, such as burgers.
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How do you reheat salmon without drying it out? ›

Place the salmon in an oven-safe dish or baking sheet. Cover the dish or baking sheet with foil to prevent the salmon from drying out. Place the dish or baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is heated through.

How do you reheat salmon so it's not dry? ›

Put the fish on a rimmed baking sheet and warm it a 275°F oven for about 15 minutes, until it reaches an internal temperature of 125°F to 130°F. Follow this tip: Go low and slow when reheating your leftover salmon fillet to ensure that it won't dry out.

How do you reheat salmon without cooking it more? ›

Step 1: Place 1 tbsp of olive oil or another oil in a frying pan. Step 2: Use the smallest burner and turn the heat to low. . Step 3: Rub the fish with olive oil on both sides. Step 4: Place the salmon in the pan and warm through slowly.

What is the safest way to reheat salmon? ›

The oven is the best option for reheating cooked Salmon. Though it's taking some time, it is more worthy than others. For thawing salmon, you must be conscious of 'Danger Zone, mainly when you use the microwave or sit in cold water for a couple of minutes.

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