Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties – Better Than Takeout
Air Fryer Salmon Patties are crispy on the outside, flaky on the inside, and ready in just 20 minutes. After making these many times, I discovered the trick to keeping them from falling apart is to use canned salmon with skin and bones. Plus, they’re better than takeout and perfect for a quick, healthy dinner. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Crock Pot Potato Soup and Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Cod That Will Wow Your Taste Buds.
Why This Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy golden exterior
- Flaky, tender salmon interior
- Creamy dill sauce for dipping
- Ready in just 20 minutes
What You'll Need for Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Canned salmon with skin and bones
- Breadcrumbs
- Onion
- Egg
- Mayonnaise
- Lemon
- Fresh dill
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Optional: Lemon wedges
- Optional: Fresh dill
- Optional: Creamy dill sauce
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Canned salmon: Using salmon with skin and bones helps hold the patties together.
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How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare salmon: Drain canned salmon and mix with breadcrumbs, onion, egg, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Form patties: Form mixture into 8 equal patties and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- Air fry: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C), lightly spray patties with cooking oil, and air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Make sauce: Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper for the creamy dill sauce.
- Serve: Serve salmon patties with lemon wedges, fresh dill, and creamy dill sauce.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties – Better Than Takeout
- : To prevent patties from falling apart, use canned salmon with skin and bones and refrigerate the formed patties for 10 minutes before air frying.
- Common mistake and fix: If your patties are falling apart, add more breadcrumbs or an extra egg to the mixture.
- : For a smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the patty mixture.
- : To make these ahead, form the patties and refrigerate up to 24 hours before air frying.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover salmon patties in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to air fry.
Freezing Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties – Better Than Takeout
Freeze cooked patties for up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat patties in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat patties in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, then crisp in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Using a food processor to mix the patty ingredients ensures a smooth, well-combined mixture.
- Best substitution: Substitute canned tuna for the salmon for a similar result.
- Make-ahead: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to air fry.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If your patties are sticking to the air fryer, lightly spray the basket with cooking oil before adding the patties.
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Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Canned salmon with skin and bones
- Breadcrumbs
- Onion
- Egg
- Mayonnaise
- Lemon
- Fresh dill
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
Optional Toppings
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh dill
- Creamy dill sauce
Instructions
- Prepare salmon: Drain canned salmon and mix with breadcrumbs, onion, egg, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Form patties: Form mixture into 8 equal patties and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- Air fry: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C), lightly spray patties with cooking oil, and air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Make sauce: Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper for the creamy dill sauce.
- Serve: Serve salmon patties with lemon wedges, fresh dill, and creamy dill sauce.
Notes
- Chef tip: Using a food processor to mix the patty ingredients ensures a smooth, well-combined mixture.
- Best substitution: Substitute canned tuna for the salmon for a similar result.
- Make-ahead: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to air fry.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If your patties are sticking to the air fryer, lightly spray the basket with cooking oil before adding the patties.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover salmon patties in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked patties for up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Oven reheat: Reheat patties in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat patties in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, then crisp in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to air fry.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sat. Fat: 1.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties – Better Than Takeout FAQs
To prevent patties from falling apart, use canned salmon with skin and bones and refrigerate the formed patties for 10 minutes before air frying. If they're still falling apart, add more breadcrumbs or an extra egg to the mixture.
Yes, you can bake these salmon patties in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
Serve these salmon patties with a side of roasted vegetables, a simple green salad, or a side of quinoa or rice.
Yes, freeze cooked patties for up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes.
To achieve a crispy exterior, make sure your air fryer is preheated and lightly spray the patties with cooking oil before air frying. Also, ensure your patties are not too thick or too thin.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Patties – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
