Name: Keto No Carb Salmon Patties
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 12 oz 340g Canned salmon (drained); 1 cup Pork rinds (crushed (I recommend these pork rinds – amazon)); 1/3 cup Mayonnaise ((carnivore mayo recipe)); 1 Egg (large); 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 3 tablespoon Olive oil; 3/4 teaspoon Smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp Black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoon Salt

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Today I want to share with you one of my favorite keto recipes. These are keto salmon patties, and they are completely carb free.

Keto No Carb Salmon Patties

If you have been looking for a simple and tasty way to enjoy salmon while staying on track with your keto diet, this recipe is exactly what you need. Salmon patties have been around for a long time, and many people grew up eating them.

The problem is that most traditional recipes use breadcrumbs or flour to hold everything together, and that adds carbs that we don’t want.

This version uses crushed pork rinds instead, which means zero carbs and all the flavor. The patties come out crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, just the way they should be.

Keto No Carb Salmon Patties Recipe

I know that sticking to a keto diet can be hard sometimes, especially when you get tired of eating the same things over and over again.

That’s why I always try to find new recipes that are both delicious and easy to make. These salmon patties fit the bill perfectly. They are affordable, healthy, and taste amazing.

👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Zero Carbs: This recipe has absolutely zero carbs, which is something you don’t find very often. Most salmon patty recipes use breadcrumbs or flour to hold everything together, and those ingredients add carbs that can mess with your ketosis.

But this recipe uses crushed pork rinds instead, which have no carbs at all. That means you can enjoy these delicious salmon patties without worrying about counting carbs or going over your daily limit.

No Carb Salmon Patties

Super Easy to Make: You don’t need to be a chef to make these salmon patties. The recipe is so simple that anyone can do it, even if you have never cooked anything before in your life.

Budget Friendly Ingredients: Canned salmon costs a fraction of what fresh salmon costs, and it works perfectly for making patties. You are not sacrificing any taste or quality by using canned fish.

✨ Recipe Ingredients

12 oz (340g) Canned salmon (drained)
1 cup Pork rinds (crushed) (I recommend these pork rinds – amazon)
1/3 cup Mayonnaise (carnivore mayo recipe)
1 Egg (large)
3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3 tablespoon Olive oil
3/4 teaspoon Smoked paprika
1/4 tsp Black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoon Salt

👨‍🍳 How To Make

Follow this easy recipe:

Step 1

Combine all the ingredients -but except the olive oil, in a bowl. Then mix until well combined.

Step 2

Form the mixture into 6-8 patties and place them on a baking sheet – lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

Refrigerate for about 20-30 minutes to firm up.

Step 4

Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Place the salmon patties in the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes on each side. Or, if you want to use the oven – preheat to 400F, line a baking sheet with parchment paper – and then bake them for about 15 minutes.

Step 5

Serve and enjoy! I recommend dipping in mayo.

Salmon Patties

💡Tips

1. Drain the Salmon Really Well

Before you do anything else, you need to make sure your canned salmon is drained properly. This is one of the most important steps in the whole recipe.

When you open the can, there is a lot of liquid inside, and if you leave that liquid in, your patties will be too wet and they won’t hold together the way they should. Take the salmon out of the can and put it in a fine mesh strainer or a colander.

Use a spoon or your hands to press down on the salmon and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. You want the salmon to be as dry as you can get it.

Some people even put the drained salmon on a paper towel and pat it dry to remove any extra moisture. This might seem like a small detail, but it makes a huge difference in how your patties turn out.

Keto Salmon Patties

2. Don’t Skip the Chilling Step

The recipe says to refrigerate the patties for 20 to 30 minutes before cooking, and this step is really important.

I know it can be tempting to skip it when you are hungry and just want to start cooking, but chilling the patties helps them firm up and hold their shape.

When you first form the patties, the mixture is soft and can be a little fragile. If you put them straight into a hot pan, they might fall apart or lose their shape when you try to flip them.

But if you let them sit in the fridge for a while, they become much more solid and easier to handle. The cold temperature helps everything bind together better, so the patties stay intact during cooking.

Low Carb Keto Salmon Patties

3. Don’t Flip Too Early

Once you put the salmon patties in the pan, you need to let them cook without touching them for about four minutes. I know it can be hard to just stand there and wait, but flipping too early is one of the biggest mistakes you can make.

When the patties first hit the hot oil, they need time to form a crust on the bottom. That crust is what allows them to release from the pan cleanly. If you try to flip them before that crust has formed, they will stick to the pan and fall apart.

You will end up with a mess instead of nice neat patties. So be patient and let them cook undisturbed for the full four minutes. You can gently shake the pan after a few minutes to see if the patties move freely.

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FAQ

Can I bake these instead of frying?

Yes, you can definitely bake these salmon patties in the oven if you don’t want to fry them on the stovetop.

Baking is actually a great option if you want a more hands-off cooking method or if you are making a large batch and don’t want to stand at the stove flipping patties one by one.

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