Forgotten 1950’s Salmon Patties (in just 20 minutes) | Food Wishes
These fast, affordable, and very delicious 1950’s salmon patties started in the 30’s, and reached their peak popularity in the 50’s, but were then forgotten. Happily, I remembered them, and I’m very excited to share them with you since this is definitely a retro recipe worth bringing back to the table. A perfectly paired remoulade sauce for dressing them is also included. Enjoy!
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Hello Foodwishers! Not sure the "head shot" in the intro is doing anything to improve traffic, so maybe AI knew I wasn't a bot (allegedly). Anyway, I'm thinking of losing the head and going back to the classic voice only format. What say you?
Totally underrated protein bomb. I do minced shallots instead of green onion, a splash of dijon, and some Old Bay (ok a lot) and declare victory.
I absolutely Love red salmon.❤😊
Not gonna lie, Chef, that floating head reminds me too much of "Zardoz".
Also, was anyone else thinking "Hmmm… these could be Krabby Patties"?
We ate these in the 60s. Mom added some grated sharp cheddar to the mix, and they were pan-fried in melted Crisco. I want to try it with mackerel instead of salmon.
The canned salmon I usually use has spine bones as well as thin rib bones. While you certainly can eat them, they add a weird texture which I find off putting. I actually like using fresh salmon (usually trimmings from larger filets. It is no where near as cheap but it makes for a much more elevated experience. We also make this with canned tuna.
We called these "salmon croquettes" when I was growing up. I haven't had them in a while.
Awwww… my mom used to make these for us when I was a kid! I loved them so much!
I've been watching Foodwishes for 11 years and I feel like I just got whiplash from seeing Chef John's disembodied head.
Still delicious today. Have made they out of any canned fish. In my younger days I'd smash a bag of chips up and use that instead of bread crumbs
I’m in the midst of switching to a radically more heart-healthy diet (no choice, unfortunately) and it has been a challenge at times. I definitely miss the “I don’t feel like cooking so I’ll order takeout” moments, especially since I live alone and I’m really bad at menu planning.
What appeals to me most about this recipe is that the ingredients are pantry staples and are easily adaptable to what I have on hand. Also, canned salmon (even the good stuff) is a lot cheaper than most lean proteins.
I will have to make a few changes, however. Capers, relish and ritz crackers are all out (too much salt, though ritz may make a low sodium version), and I could use egg whites instead of the whole egg. They could be cooked in olive or avocado oil instead of butter, and I’d have to rethink the sauce.
Does anyone have any suggestions for adding more flavor? Thanks! ❤️
Mom made these with Saltines when I was growing up. My Grandma Katherine even after she got meals on wheels would buy little things of ice cream, and several cans of salmon.
Due to my allergies, the last time I made anything similar, I used salmon, tilapia, sweet potato, navy beans, potato flakes, and an egg. Lemon juice and onion powder, but I don't remember what else I added for spices? I made a few fish and cheese with relish and mayo on toasted lentil bread buns.
A frozen berry strawberry jello salad, and nutmeg butter sauteed asparagus onions and mushrooms, and cherry lemonade.
My mom made these but with a brand that included skin and soft bones in, yours were much prettier, but I’d give anything to tastes hers again. Thanks for the memories, Chef!
My grandma made salmon patties with just the salmon, salt, pepper, egg yolk mixed in and whipped egg whites folded in then fried. No crumbs of any kind or other seasoning.
Never had these, never heard of these. They look delicious! I do love crab cakes so maybe I’ll love these!
Totally my Mom's recipe back in the '70s and '80s. She was down with the Saltines. I make these occasionally like going through an old family album.
Love to see you but it may be a bit… different? 😊 But who cares, you're the best either way, Chef John! Thanks for all the great food and entertainment!
Your fresh patty recipe is much better
Thanks for showing your face Mr. John. You are a massive part of my life including obsession and moving away and forgetting and then reignition of the love. Salmon Patties were one of my favorities growing up. Thank you for your everlasting contributiions to the worlds greatest home cooks.
My Mom kept making these into the '80s. Fond memories for me 🙂
Wow. This is like a faintsy version of my grandmother's salmon patties that I used to eat as a tyke. Unfortunately, Grandma took all of her culinary wisdom and recipes with her when she died. Thanks for sharing this.
I like mashed potato instead of crackers. Salmon cakes are good anyway you fix them.
I made salmon recently that wasn't really a hit, but then turned the leftovers into patties and everyone loved it. Made with panko, but crackers are a great idea! Sometimes the less fish looking and more burger looking something is, the better.
Slice of American cheese and some hot sauce on top for me…
My family never fogot them–we still have them several times a year. Canned pink salmon, saltines, egg, lemon juice, black pepper. the only thing we do differently is to scrape off the skin, which is too strongly fishy for our taste. Cooked either as plain patties in a pan, or as a loaf in the microwave.
You can also be extra-fancy, and call them "salmon croquettes" !
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I grew up on a tuna version of these in the 80s. Guess we were old fashioned.
Simple and delectable.
I remember this well from when I was very young — probably the first fish I ever ate. I imagine mom used saltines, not something buttery like Ritz. I'm pretty sure we never had capers. I'm thinking sauce gribiche would be great here (we probably had tartar sauce from a jar back in the early '60s).
Dad always used cornmeal on the outside, and saltines on the inside.
Forgotten, yet my granny made this all the time.
Im curious, as someone who doesn't care for fish, but is trying to learn to like it, would this work w tuna?
I love seeing your face in the beginning 🥰
The ghostly head of John like that cowboy from the 'Big Enough' music video (aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa) isn't real and can't hurt you
The ghostly head of John like that cowboy from the 'Big Enough' music video (aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa):
can you use fresh salmon?
My Mom used to make salmon patties every so often. This was 70's, 80's and 90's. So not forgotten by all.
I love Chef John, but I've never seen a canned salmon that didn't need checking for bones. Maybe at the ultra high end, but not where I live. Pick, pick, pick!
Long time vegan but I remember my mom made these in the 50s and 60s for me and made makerel patties for the cat.
When I first started dating my now wife, she made these for me with tuna because I didn't like salmon as much back then. She originally learned how to make them as salmon patties from her grandmother who learned about them from her mother. I never knew their origin until she told me about how she changed the recipe for me! This dish reminds me of how much she loves me!
Mom use to make it as a treat with creamed peas.
My mom made these every Christmas Eve. We are Slovak and that was tradition. Thank you for the wonderful memory.
I prefer the old intro. Call me old fashioned but I’m not really into the AI thing.
My mom made these when I was growing up. They were delicious.