Southern Salmon Patties

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (14.75 oz each) pink salmon, drained and bones removed

• 2 large eggs

• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion

• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed saltine crackers for extra Southern charm)

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise

• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 2–3 tbsp oil or butter, for frying

• Lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or hot sauce for serving

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, flake salmon with a fork. Add eggs, onion, breadcrumbs or crushed saltines, mayo, Old Bay, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Mix gently until combined. If mixture seems too wet, add a little more crumbs.

3. Shape into 8 patties.

4. Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.

5. Fry patties 3 to 4 minutes per side until crispy and golden brown.

6. Serve warm with lemon, tartar sauce, or your favorite hot sauce.