Salmon Patties

Ingredients:

• 1 can salmon, drained of all but 2 tablespoons of liquid, flaked or flaked salmon fillet
• 1 large slice bread, crust removed, shredded (1 cup, 50g)
• 3 tablespoons green onion, chopped
• 1 medium garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried
• 3 tablespoons minced green bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Several turns of freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Instructions:

• In a large bowl, gently mix together the salmon (including 2 tablespoons of the can liquid), bread, green onion, garlic, dill, bell pepper, flour, egg, paprika, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
• Form 8 patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
• Cover the patties and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to several hours) to help them firm up.
• Heat olive oil over medium high heat in a large skillet. Cook the patties until nicely browned on both sides, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.