Description
These superhealthy salmon burgers are a delicious and heart-healthy alternative to traditional red meat burgers. Made with fresh salmon fillets blended with Thai red curry paste, grated ginger, soy sauce, and coriander, they’re pan-fried to crispy perfection. Served alongside a refreshing carrot and cucumber ribbon salad tossed in a light vinegar dressing, this recipe offers a flavorful and nutritious meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Burgers
- 4 boneless, skinless salmon fillets (about 550g / 1lb 4oz), cut into chunks
- 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- Thumb-size piece fresh root ginger, grated
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 bunch coriander, half chopped, half leaves picked
- 1 tsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Carrot and Cucumber Ribbon Salad
- 2 carrots
- Half large or 1 small cucumber
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tsp golden caster sugar
- Coriander leaves (from the same bunch as above)
To Serve
- Lemon wedges
- Cooked rice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade and Salmon: In a bowl, mix Thai red curry paste, grated ginger, soy sauce, vegetable oil, honey, and season with salt and pepper. Marinate the salmon chunks in this mixture for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Make the Salmon Burger Patties: Transfer the marinated salmon to a food processor along with the chopped coriander. Pulse the mixture until it is roughly minced but still has some texture. Shape the mixture into four evenly sized burger patties.
- Cook the Salmon Burgers: Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Fry the salmon burgers for 4-5 minutes on each side until they develop a crispy golden crust and are cooked through internally.
- Prepare the Carrot and Cucumber Ribbon Salad: Using a swivel peeler, create thin strips from the carrots and cucumber and place them in a bowl. Add the white wine vinegar and golden caster sugar, tossing gently until the sugar dissolves. Fold in the coriander leaves to the salad.
- Plate and Serve: Divide the carrot and cucumber salad among four plates. Place the salmon burgers on each plate alongside lemon wedges and serve with cooked rice if desired for a complete meal.
Notes
- Oily fish like salmon offers heart-healthy benefits compared to red meat burgers.
- This recipe can be adapted using tuna steaks for a different but equally delicious variation.
- Ensure not to overprocess the salmon mixture; it should be roughly minced to maintain texture.
- Serve with lemon wedges to add a fresh citrus zing to the burgers.
- For a gluten-free variation, ensure the soy sauce used is gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai-inspired
Keywords: salmon burgers, healthy fish burger, Thai salmon recipe, carrot cucumber salad, quick healthy dinner
