Crunchy Salmon Croquettes

I got this recipe from a former coworker who happened to be the best cook on this planet. Hope you enjoy the recipe as much as I do. Those croquettes taste wonderful on a mixed salad.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 307 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 small green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or more as needed
• 1 (14.75 ounce) can salmon

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour salmon juice into a small bowl or measuring cup. Place salmon in a mixing bowl; clean off skin and bones.

Step 2

Use your fingers or a fork to flake the salmon. Add egg and mix well; add flour and stir to combine. Add onion, bell pepper, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 3

Add baking powder to the salmon juice; beat with a fork until foamy. Pour into the salmon mixture and fold together. Form into thumb-sized croquettes.

Step 4

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook croquettes in batches until golden brown, about 5 minutes per batch.