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Pecan Crusted Salmon Cakes

Servings

2

Serving size

2 salmon cakes
COOKING TIME
30 Minutes

This recipe can be multiplied and makes good leftovers for sandwiches.

Pecan Crusted Salmon Cakes

Ingredients

4 cup Water
6 Ounces Fresh atlantic salmon (skinless)
2 large Egg white(s)
1/8 tsp. Salt
1 to taste Black pepper
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp.. Worcestershire sauce
2 medium (4-1/8 inch long) Green onions (thinly sliced crosswise)
1 Large stalk Celery, raw (finely diced)
1/2 Medium Green bell peppers (finely diced)
1/4 cup Whole Wheat Classic Style Breadcrumbs (or gluten-free bread crumbs)
1/2 cup, chopped Pecans (finely chopped)
2 tsp. Olive oil

Instructions

Place the water in a medium skillet over medium high heat.

When the water is almost boiling, add the salmon. Reduce heat to a shiver.

Poach for 8 to 10 minutes or until the flesh of the salmon is firm.

Remove to a paper towel and let cool.

Place the egg whites, salt, pepper, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl and whisk until well blended.

Flake the salmon into small pieces about 1/2 inches long into the bowl.

Add the green onions, celery, peppers, and bread crumbs.

Fold together until well blended.

Pat into 4 disks.

Pat the chopped pecans on each side of the salmon cakes.

Place a large non-stick skillet or griddle over high heat (or an electric griddle on high).

When the griddle is hot, add 1 teaspoon of the oil and spread evenly.

Add the salmon cakes and reduce the heat to medium high.

Cook for about 8 minutes. Add the other teaspoon of olive oil, then turn the cakes over.

Cook for another 8 to 10 minutes and serve.

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GERD / Acid Reflux

This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.

Lactose

This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.

Coumadin® (Warfarin)

This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Gluten Sensitivity

This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten. Use gluten-free bread crumbs in this dish.

Sodium

This is a low sodium recipe.

Recipe Notes

These salmon cakes make a great meal by themselves with vegetable or salad on the side. They have a great creamy and rich salmon flavor that is complemented by the toasting of the pecans crust. Kids who think they don’t like fish may find they like these!

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