Drain the canned salmon and place it in a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to break it up into small pieces.
Add onion, salt, black pepper, beaten egg, breadcrumbs, and lemon juice to the salmon. Mix until well combined.
Shape the mixture into patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat and add the cooking oil.
Add the patties to the skillet, cooking in batches if necessary. Cook for about 3 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes.
Once cooked, place the patties on a wire rack to drain excess oil and let them rest before serving.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.