Pistachio-crusted Salmon Cakes

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 lbs salmon fillets
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup coarsely ground pistachios
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• lime wedge (for garnish)

Recipe

• 1 in a large non-stick skillet, bring 4 cups water to a boil.
• 2 reduce heat, add fillets and poach, uncovered for 8-10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
• 3 remove from pan and cool slightly.
• 4 in a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, mustard, lime peel, salt, and pepper.
• 5 shred salmon with two forks, fold into bread crumb mixture.
• 6 shape into 8 patties, and coat both sides with pistachios.
• 7 in a large skillet over medium heat, cook patties in oil in batches for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
• 8 serve with lime wedges.