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Keto Salmon Patties With Creamy Dill Sauce – Easy, Flavorful, and Low-Carb

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans (14–15 oz total) wild-caught salmon, drained and flaked (or about 2 cups cooked, flaked salmon)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (sugar-free)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill (or 2 teaspoons dried dill)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional but recommended)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2–3 tablespoons avocado oil or light olive oil, for pan-frying
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (sugar-free)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (full-fat for keto)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely grated or minced (or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Method
 

  1. Prep the salmon: Drain canned salmon well and remove large bones and skin if preferred. Flake with a fork. If using cooked salmon, flake into small pieces and let cool.
  2. Mix the base: In a large bowl, whisk eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
  3. Add dry ingredients: Stir in almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Fold in salmon: Gently mix the salmon into the bowl until the mixture holds together. Adjust seasoning. If it feels too wet, add 1–2 more tablespoons almond flour.
  5. Form patties: With damp hands, shape into 8 small patties (about 2 1/2–3 inches wide) or 4 larger ones. Place on a plate and chill for 10–15 minutes to help them set.
  6. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, dill, Dijon, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until serving.
  7. Heat the pan: Add oil to a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. You want a thin, even layer of oil.
  8. Cook the patties: Place patties in the hot skillet without crowding. Cook 3–4 minutes per side (smaller patties) or 4–5 minutes per side (larger patties), until golden brown and crisp.
  9. Rest and serve: Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate. Serve warm with generous spoonfuls of creamy dill sauce and extra lemon wedges.