Instead of Crab Cakes

That's right! Your eyes aren't playing tricks on you. Instead of Crab Cakes, today I will share with you a recipe for Salmon Burgers. This is probably the best that I have ever tasted. While in college, I waited tables at several restaurants. Several of them served "salmon burgers". If you could call them that. Usually these were of the frozen variety that had no taste and we a far cry from what a REAL salmon burger is suppose to taste like. Much like what you would expect from the high school cafeteria. Not too appetizing. The recipe that I am providing below is what a true salmon burger. Fresh,tasty and full of flavor! With the summer fast approaching, this is great for the backyard parties and late afternoon meals. I hope you enjoy this recipe, and once again, feel free to comment after you try them.

Salmon Burger

1 lb. Fresh Salmon
4 oz Lump Crab meat
3/4 cp Bread Crumbs
2 sm Eggs, beaten
1/2 Onion, small, finely chopped
1 tbsp Garlic, minced
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp Dill Weed(dried)


Using a large mixing bowl, flake the salmon into a consistent mixture without lumps. Add the crap meat and mix. Combine the remaining ingredients. Form mixture into 1/2 inch thick patties. I like to take the patties and chill in the refrigerator for about an hour until they are firm. Makes for better cooking or grilling. I knew a chef who like to wrap the burgers in Nori to keep the burger together. Cook on the grill or in a pan with light amount of oil or butter until desired temperature. I tend to like mine medium. Enjoy.

Optional sauces: Tartar
Cocktail

Suggested Wine: Chardonnay or Riesling