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Rethink the classic burger with a seafood twist. Add these salmon burgers with lemon dill horseradish sauce to your menu rotation.
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Seafood from Norway
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Salmon Burger with Lemon Dill Horseradish Sauce
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs salmon fillets skin and bones removed, chopped
3/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice
canola oil for frying (can also use olive oil)
Yogurt-Dill Sauce:
1 cup plain full-fat yogurt
1/4 cup dijon mustard
1/4 cup dill, chopped
1/2 lemon, juiced (about 2 tablespoons) and zested (about 1 teaspoon)
1 tablespoon horseradish
To serve:
Brioche buns
Butter lettuce
Instructions
- In a food processor add salmon. Pulse a few times until the salmon breaks down into small pieces. (Tip: Pulse a few times vs. running the food processor)
- In a large bowl, combine salmon, breadcrumbs, egg, dill, salt, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Mix well, but make sure to not overwork the mixture. Shape into 6 burgers.
- For the yogurt-dill sauce: In a small bowl, stir together yogurt, mustard, dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, and horseradish. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- In a large cast-iron skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add salmon burgers and cook on each side for about 2-3 minutes or until internal temperature reaches at least 145 F.
- To serve: Place a few pieces of butter lettuce on the bottom half of the bun, top with a burger, and a generous dollop of the yogurt-dill sauce.
Keywords: salmon, salmon burger, burger, seafood, omega3, heart healthy
FAQ
Can I freeze these salmon burgers?
Yes! Form the salmon into patties. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper (so they don’t freeze to the pan!) and freeze until solid. Once frozen, wrap each individually with plastic wrap, then foil, then store in a freezer bag removing as much air as possible.
Can I grill these salmon burgers?
Yes, of course! I like using a cast-iron skillet to get a good sear, but grilling works great too! Tip for if you decide to grill – After forming the patties, refrigerate them for 10-20 minutes so they firm up a little to prevent them from falling apart on the grill.
How else can I use the salmon burgers?
These salmon burgers as leftovers are delicious! Here are a few suggestions:
- Add to leafy greens
- Crumble and scramble with eggs
- Chop and add to a wrap
- Serve with a sunny side egg on top
What else can I use the lemon dill horseradish sauce with?
Utilize this sauce any way you would utilize any other condiments! This pairs well with many foods.
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