Salmon Croquettes

Ingredients

• •1 can (14.75 oz) salmon, drained
• •3/4 cup crushed saltine crackers
• •1 egg, beaten
• •1/2 tsp garlic powder
• •1/4 tsp black pepper
• •3 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Drain the salmon and place it in a mixing bowl. Remove any skin and large bones. Use a fork to flake the salmon into small pieces. The small, soft bones can stay — they are edible and full of calcium.

2. 2

   Add the crushed saltines, beaten egg, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix until everything holds together. The mixture should be moist enough to form patties without crumbling.

3. 3

   Shape the mixture into 6 patties, about 1/2 inch thick and 3 inches across.

4. 4

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. The oil is ready when a small crumb of the mixture sizzles on contact.

5. 5

   Fry the patties for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply golden brown and crispy. Do not move them until they are ready to flip — let the crust form.

6. 6

   Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot.