Best Salmon Burgers

prep time:: 15 min
total time:: 55 min

Makes 8 servings

“These savory salmon burgers hold up well on the grill, especially if you use a nice fillet of wild king salmon. Serve on an onion roll with lettuce, tomato, mustard, and horseradish for a great barbecue main dish.”

ingredients

2 1/2 pounds king salmon fillet, skinned and deboned
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup minced red onion
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
The Best Topping For These Burgers
4 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Wahhabi horseradish
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pinch dried basil

directions

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1. Prepare the salmon by cutting into strips, cutting the strips crosswise, and chopping the fish until well minced. Be sure to remove any remaining bones.
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2. In a large bowl, mix the minced salmon with bread crumbs, red onion, Dijon mustard, horseradish, and eggs. Season with rosemary, salt, and pepper. Chill at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
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3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
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4. Form the salmon mixture into 8 burger patties. Lightly coat each patty with olive oil.
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5. Place salmon patties on the grill, and cook 4 or 5 minutes on each side.