Downton Abbey Salmon Cakes with Lemon Butter

I know that not everyone is a fan of Downton Abbey, but I am.  I watched the Season 5 premier last night with a cup of tea soaking up every detail of the period.  I love the costumes, formal gatherings and pay close attention to tea time.  There are usually only glimpses of the food being served but a little internet surfing pretty much tells you what is typically served during tea time.  The meals are pretty simple and now I know how those British keep such a tiny stature!  Today's post is dedicated to the Salmon cakes with lemon butter mentioned in the Downton Abbey kitchen on Episode 1.

My version is a favorite of my hubs.  I usually make it during the hotter summer months, but last nights show gave me a taste for it today.  It's very easy and only takes a few minutes to make.  The lemon butter is also quick.

I purchased a good quality canned Pink Salmon, but if you can buy a smoked Salmon it makes an even better patty.  Go ahead and put on your pearls, I have the China tea cups out.  We're having High Tea at about 5:00-7:00 PM.

Salmon Cake

by Jeannie @ For what it's worth

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

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Ingredients

For Patty

• 1 large can quality pink salmon
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 6-8 crackers, crushed
• 1/4 cup finely diced onion
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/8 teaspoon salt & pepper

For Lemon Butter

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• 3 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

For Salmon Cake

Remove skin and bones from canned salmon.

Beat eggs lightly.

Stir all ingredients together in a medium bowl. and form 3" patties.

Fry in about 1/2” hot oil for 3 minutes on each side.

Optional

Sometimes I add 1/2 cup frozen whole corn kernels to the salmon mixture, it is a really nice addition.

For Lemon Butter

While the Salmon cakes are frying: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan. Mix in lemon juice, salt, pepper, parsley flakes, and garlic. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium simmer. Cook and stir about 10 minutes, until thickened. Spoon a little over the Salmon Cakes at serving time.

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