Step by step instructions for perfect salmon patties in the air fryer

The air fryer is the perfect cooking appliance for salmon patties. You’ll be enjoying these healthy, crispy and low-carb friendly salmon cakes in about 15 minutes!

Just prep the ingredients and place them in a bowlQuickly mix the ingredients to evenly distribute, but don’t overmixSpray the air fryer basket with cooking oilForm the salmon mixture into patties and carefully place them in the basketCook at 400° Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutesDig in!

Air fryer cooking tips

Every air fryer is a little different, so here are a few tips on how to use your equipment for this recipe.

What about cooking frozen salmon patties in the air fryer?

We’ve got you covered on this one too! Do this if you are making salmon patties from scratch:

Follow the recipe below and form your salmon into patties.Stack the patties, placing a piece of parchment paper between each one. Place them in a container or ziploc and freeze.When you’re ready to cook the patties, spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil.Place the frozen salmon patties in the air fryer basket. Don’t stack them, only place as many as you can fit in a single layer.Cook at 400° Fahrenheit for 12-14 minutes, or until the patties are warmed through.

Do this if you are cooking store-bought frozen salmon patties:

Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil and place the frozen salmon patties directly in the air fryer basket. Again, don’t stack them, only place as many as you can fit in a single layer.Cook at 400° Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until the patties are warmed through.

Note that store-bought salmon patties are usually very thin, so check them after 10 minutes and see if they are cooked through. If not, add 1-2 minutes and continue cooking until they are done.

What to serve with these low-carb and keto salmon patties

We love to eat these salmon patties with either fresh greens or roasted veggies and a generous dollop of chipotle aioli. Here are some other serving options:

With eggs (scrambled, over-easy or hard-boiled) are all great!In a wrap or on a keto-friendly bun.With any of our low-carb side dish recipes.Over some cauliflower rice.

Your turn to make some easy fresh or frozen salmon patties

We’ve provided instructions for both, so you can cook it either way! We know you’ll love this easy and tasty recipe that you can serve in so many ways. If you try it be sure to leave a comment to let us know how it goes and take a pic to share on Instagram. Tag us @realsimplegood, we love to see what you’re making!

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