One of my favorite foods on our coast is the California King Salmon. We did not have much of a season in the past few years, but this year, they are back again. I'm able to buy local salmon fresh off the boat. It is expensive, but I like the flavor better than other wild salmon. I usually try to get steaks as they are a little cheaper, and I don't mind picking out the bones. I often put a rub on the salmon an hour before my husband barbecues them. For the rub, mix together 3TBS of brown sugar, 1TBS of ground cumin, 1tsp chili powder, and about 1tsp of salt and pepper. This rub is enough for several filets and will keep. Use it depending on your taste. When I have guests, I serve a filet instead. I season the filet with butter, garlic salt, and lemon juice and bake it at 350 degrees for about 12 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish. I always make sure that I have leftover salmon to eat the next day with a salad or to make salmon cakes. I enjoy eating my salmon cakes with my green sauce. The recipe for my salmon cakes varies a great deal, depending on how much leftover salmon I have and what is available in my kitchen and garden. I often soak some old sourdough or similar bread in milk, squeeze out all the liquid, and add it to the salmon. I add dill, tarragon, and other herbs. I love eating my salmon cakes with my green sauce. Here are some variations: You can sauté some finely diced peppers and onions and add them to the mix. A little bit of Bay Spice or worcestershire sauce will add some flavor and veggies.
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Eha Carr
3/4/2025 04:35:30 pm
A lovely variation of salmon patties! Love the use of yoghurt and the two kinds of onions ! Living in Australasia I make use of a lot of spices but here the purity of salmon flavour methinks is important! Thanks!!!
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Gerlinde
3/6/2025 11:09:05 am
I have been playing with this recipe for years. I hope you like it as much as we do.
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Eha Carr
3/4/2025 06:34:52 pm
Sherry - I can't reach you on your site again, so . . . having been thur' a few cyclones myself I am crossing my fingers and toes and all else that the damage will be way less than feared! At least you are not quite on the Coast and living in a sturdy dwelling. Best and hugs Eha
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Gerlinde
3/6/2025 11:11:08 am
We are very fortunate to have fresh fish. Over the years it’s gotten more expansive.
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Gerlinde
3/6/2025 10:58:30 am
I have never tried it with canned salmon but it is probably just as good. Thanks for the comment.
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3/5/2025 09:08:37 am
These are really nice. I get my salmon from Sitka Seafood, and I’ve started also getting ground salmon! It’s so good, and perfect for quickie salmon burgers!
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Gerlinde
3/6/2025 11:01:44 am
I’m going to give it a try using uncooked, finely chopped salmon. Thanks a lot, Mimi!
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Gerlinde
3/6/2025 11:04:56 am
I always make sure I have some leftover salmon.My hubbie prefers the cakes.
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3/27/2025 01:58:00 pm
I love fish cakes of all kinds but, as salmon is my favorite fish, I am sure these will rise to the top of my favorite fish cakes. Lovely recipe, Gerlinde.
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Gerlinde
3/27/2025 06:39:40 pm
Thanks David, I like salmon cakes but my favorite are crab cakes.
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