Fresh Salmon Burgers in the Air Fryer

Using fresh salmon and your air frying to cook salmon patties makes a huge difference in terms of flavor and greasiness. If made as directed, you don't even need an egg to combine.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 248 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• nonstick cooking spray
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons chopped scallions
• 1 pound fresh salmon
• 0.75 cup panko bread crumbs
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Remove any skin and pin bones from salmon, then chop into 1/4-inch pieces. Transfer 1/4 of the salmon pieces to a food processor. Place remaining salmon in a large bowl.

Step 2

Add mustard, mayonnaise, and lemon juice to the food processor. Pulse until a thick paste forms. Transfer mixture to the bowl with the remaining salmon. Mix in bread crumbs, scallions, and chili flakes until evenly combined.

Step 3

Form salmon mixture into 4 patties. Place on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Place in the freezer for 1 hour.

Step 4

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray.

Step 5

Place burgers in the prepared basket and spray tops with nonstick spray. Cook for 8 minutes. Spray tops again and cook for 5 minutes more.