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SALMON CROQUETTES


2 c. cooked fresh salmon (or other

leftover cooked fish)

2 tbsp. low-fat or fat-free mayonnaise

1/2 c. unseasoned dry bread crumbs,

divided

1/4 c. finely chopped scallions,

divided

2 tbsp. minced parsley, divided

Freshly ground black pepper

Few dashes red pepper sauce

1 egg white, beaten until foamy

1 c. canned crushed tomatoes

Salt to taste

Lemon & parsley for garnish

Coarsely chop salmon and place in medium bowl. Mix with mayonnaise, 1/4 cup of the bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons of the scallions, 1 tablespoon of the parsley, black pepper and hot sauce. Stir in egg white. Shape into 4 patties and coat lightly with remaining bread crumbs. Cover and refrigerate. In small nonstick skillet combine tomatoes and remaining scallions; simmer about 10 minutes. Stir in remaining parsley, season with salt and pepper. Keep sauce warm. Place croquettes on foil-lined broiler pan. Broil 4-6 inches from heat source until lightly browned (about 4-5 minutes per side). To serve: Place 1/4 cup sauce on each individual plate, top with 2 salmon croquettes and garnish with lemon wedge and parsley. Serves 2.