Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (2024)

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Although I work from home, I prepare my weekday lunches in large batches to avoid a mid-day cooking session. For the last few months, my lunches primarily consist of one the following:

  • A cauliflower rice or parsnip rice “grain” bowl, with variations on quickly sautéed veggiesand the protein. I make theveggie rice and protein ahead of time.
  • A blended vegetable soup, with collagen protein, slow-cooked meat, and coconut creamadded.
  • A salad with Primal Kitchen’s new paleo dressing,alongsidebroiled fish or hard-boiled eggs. And also acoconut flour muffin or two!

Recently, I’ve been enjoying these make-ahead salmon cakes as an addition to my veggie bowl, soup or salad. One batch keeps in the fridge for a few days. Ready to serve within minutes, I simply brown a couple of cakes in a sauté pan to warm through and create a golden crust.

I enjoy these salmon cakes served with lemon wedges and Primal Kitchen’s Avocado Mayo. I mention the brand because it’s the best mayo I’ve tasted, andit uses healthy avocado oil instead of vegetable oils like safflower, canola, or sunflower oil.I’ve collaborated with Thrive Market to give you a free jar of it here, with your first Thrive order.

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Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe

Author:Lauren

Serves:Makes 6-7 salmon cakes (2-3 servings)

With just a handful of ingredients, this one-bowl recipe packs protein and omega-3s. Keep a batch in the fridge and re-heat for quick meals. I enjoy these salmon cakes with soup or salad. They also make a hearty breakfast, topped with over-easy eggs.

Ingredients

For the salmon cakes:

  • 2 6oz. cans wild salmon (such as this brand), liquid drained off
  • ¼ cup sweet potato or butternut squash puree (canned or fresh)
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 Tbs. coconut flour, available here
  • ¼ cup finely sliced scallions
  • 2 tsp. coconut aminos, available here
  • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper

To brown before serving:

  • 2 Tbs ghee or coconut oil

Optional, for serving:

  • Mayonnaise (I like Primal Kitchen's Mayo)
  • Fresh lemon

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350.
  2. In a bowl, combine all ingredients with a fork. Form into 6-7 patties on the baking sheet.
  3. Bake patties until firm, about 30 minutes.
  4. If making these ahead, let the baked salmon cakes cool completely and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a few days. The salmon cakes can be browned immediately after baking or after being made ahead and stored in the fridge.
  5. When ready to serve, heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the salmon cakes in batches until browned and hot, a couple minutes per side.

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  1. Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (7)Ann

    I know I’m a little late to the party here but I just wanted to say that I love these! I’ve made it a few different ways and I’m always pleased with the results. I like to put it on top of desk salads for added protein- something about baking them seems to limit the stink that canned fish often involves. I halved the recipe (made four smallish/medium sized cakes), subbed canned pumpkin for sweet potato, and subbed tuna for salmon based on what I had on hand. I also forgot to drain the liquid so I added an extra tablespoon of coconut flour. And I added some umami seasoning that I recently bought on impulse from TJ’s. It probably would have been even better if I would have bothered to follow your instructions more diligently but I’m pleased with the results overall so I’m counting it as a win 🙂 Keep the paleo fish recipes coming!!

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  2. Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (9)emily

    So happy to hear this turned out so great for you! And thank you for sharing with us! ?

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  3. Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (10)Melanie

    Have you tried freezing these?

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    • Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (11)Kandice

      I doubled the recipe & froze the extras – they thawed quickly at room temperature (about 20-30min before warming) and we’re easy to warm in a skillet. The consistency was the same as the first cakes that we ate fresh.

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  4. Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (12)Mary Harlow

    I’m doing the Macros diet…can u send me the nutrition info for these or tell me where to find it? I can look it all up but thought if you had it abailable and accessible that would be great! Thanks so much!!!

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  5. Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (13)Efi

    Is it possible to make with fresh ( or frozen) salmon?

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    • Make-Ahead Paleo Salmon Cakes Recipe (14)Lauren Geertsen

      Yes, you could make this with any type of cooked salmon that you flake with a fork.

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FAQs

Can you reheat salmon cakes? ›

Make-Ahead: The salmon cakes can be fully cooked and refrigerated up to several hours ahead of time. To reheat: preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the salmon cakes in the oven and cook until crisp on the exterior and warm throughout, 10 to 15 minutes.

How do you keep salmon cakes from falling apart? ›

Refrigerate The Mix, Use A Sheet Pan

The cooler temperature of the mix will help everything stick together better when the patties are pan-fried, crisping them up nicely. If you have a lot of salmon patties to make, you can even forgo the pan altogether and bake them on a sheet tray in the oven.

What can I use instead of breadcrumbs in salmon patties? ›

Yes, you can use flour as a substitute for breadcrumbs in salmon patties. While breadcrumbs are commonly used to provide texture and help bind the ingredients together, flour can serve a similar purpose.

Can you cook salmon and reheat next day? ›

Salmon is a versatile fish that can be prepared in several ways. One of the best bits is that you can cook as much of it as you want and retake the leftovers later. Reheat the extra fish dish and have it in salads or with stir-fried veggies!

How long can you keep uncooked salmon patties in the fridge? ›

TO STORE: Uncooked salmon patties can be refrigerated for up to 1 day. Individually wrap each patty and store it in an airtight container. Cooked salmon patties can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. TO REHEAT: Reheat gently in a lightly oiled skillet on the stove.

Why are my salmon cakes mushy? ›

Cooking the salmon patties at too high a temperature or for too short a time can result in a mushy interior. Is canned salmon good for you? Canned salmon has great health benefits! It's high in protein, rich in omega-3 heart healthy fats, high in potassium and B vitamins…just to name a few.

Why won't my salmon patties stay together? ›

If they fall apart, they're not of the right consistency. Being either too dry or too wet will cause it. If they are too dry, adding a touch of water will help and if they are too wet, dredge them in flour or add a little flour to the mix.

Why are my salmon patties mushy? ›

A perfectly cooked salmon patty should be moist and tender inside with a slightly crispy exterior. If your salmon patty has a grey or mushy texture on the inside, the color may come from the skin side of the flesh, but if it's mushy, it may be undercooked.

What should I use if I don't have breadcrumbs? ›

For ¼ cup fine, dry bread crumbs, substitute any of these items:
  • ¾ cup soft bread crumbs.
  • ¼ cup panko.
  • ¼ cup cracker or pretzel crumbs.
  • ¼ cup crushed cornflakes or other unsweetened cereals.
  • ⅔ cup regular rolled oats (Use this only as a substitute for bread crumbs in meat loaf and other meat mixtures, such as burgers.
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What can you substitute for eggs in salmon cakes? ›

You could use a vegetarian egg substitute or you could just drain the liquid from a can of chick peas (garbanzo beans, chi chis) and use that as your binder. People are using chick pea liquid as a substitute for egg whites. You could use a little cream or milk as well or in stead of.

How do you get the fishy taste out of salmon patties? ›

How to Control Salmon's Fishiness with a Milk Bath. You can also lessen salmon's strong flavor by soaking it in a milk bath for 20 minutes and then draining it and patting it dry before cooking. The casein in milk binds to the TMA, and when drained away, it takes the culprit that causes fishy odor with it.

Are salmon patties good for your liver? ›

Salmon, sardines, tuna, and trout are all high in omega-3 fatty acids, which can help lower the levels of fat in the liver and reduce inflammation. It is also a healthy alternative to meat as it provides protein while giving you the opportunity to avoid consuming the fats and skins from meat or poultry.

What flavors go best with salmon? ›

Just about all flavors work with salmon. Because salmon is high in fat content and a firm fish, it has its own flavor that can hold up to strong flavors like garlic, ginger, hot pepper, and others. But like all fish, salmon is a little delicate, and also works well with more subtle flavors like fresh herbs and citrus.

Can you eat cooked fish cakes the next day? ›

Information. Cooked fish and other seafood can be safely stored in the refrigerator 3 to 4 days. Refrigeration slows but does not prevent bacterial growth. Therefore, it's important to use food within recommended time before it spoils or becomes dangerous.

Is it OK to reheat fish cakes? ›

It should be fine as long as they are reheated to a core temperature (temp in the middle) of 70 degrees Celcius.

Can you eat fish cakes the next day? ›

You can safely reheat seafood for up to 4 days after it has been cooked. Seafood dishes with garlic or onions can taste even better the second time around. The only challenge to reheating seafood is that it can dry out or get a fishy smell.

Can you reheat salmon and eat it? ›

If the salmon was fresh enough to eat safely after cooking and refrigerated promptly afterwards then it is fine to reheat within the next couple of days or so. As long as it was properly cooked the first time and properly heated through after removing from the fridge then it'll be fine.

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