Salmon Patties

Ingredients

• 1 can salmon, undrained and flaked
• 1 slice of bread, shredded
• 3 tablespoons chopped green onion, including the green parts
• 1 medium garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill weed, or 1 teaspoon dried
• 3 tablespoons minced green bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Several turns of freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. In a large bowl, use a light hand to combine the salmon with the shredded bread, green onion, minced garlic, dill, green bell pepper, flour, egg, sweet paprika, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Shape the mixture into 8 patties, making each one about 1/2 inch thick.
2. Pour the olive oil into a large skillet and warm it over medium high heat. Add the patties and cook until they take on good color on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.