Parmesan Crusted Salmon Burgers

Ingredients

Salmon fillets

1 pound, skinless

Egg

1, beaten

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon

Garlic powder

1 teaspoon

Fresh parsley

2 tablespoons, finely chopped

Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup, grated

Breadcrumbs

1 cup, preferably panko for extra crunch

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Burger buns

4, toasted

Mayonnaise

1/4 cup

Lettuce

4 leaves, washed and dried

Tomato

1, sliced

Red onion

1/2, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. In a shallow dish, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
2. Cut the salmon fillets into chunks and place them in a food processor. Pulse until the salmon is finely chopped but not pureed.
3. Transfer the chopped salmon to a large mixing bowl. Add the beaten egg and mix well until the ingredients are incorporated.
4. Divide the salmon mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into patties, about 1 inch thick.
5. Coat each salmon patty in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres well.
6. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the salmon patties to the skillet, cooking for 4-5 minutes per side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
7. While the patties are cooking, toast the burger buns in a toaster or on a grill until lightly browned.
8. To assemble the burgers, spread a tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
9. Place a salmon patty on top of the mayonnaise, then layer with lettuce, tomato slices, and red onion.
10. Cover with the top half of the bun and serve the burgers immediately for the best flavor and texture.