Citric Acid Free Basil & Oregano Salmon Burgers
Fresh salmon gets the star treatment here — coarsely pulsed in a food processor, then folded with fragrant basil, dried oregano, bright lemon juice, and a touch of zest before being shaped into hearty patties. The garlic-infused olive oil does double duty, binding the mixture and creating a gorgeous golden crust in the skillet. Avoiding citric acid as an additive can be tricky with store-bought fish patties and pre-seasoned products, since it hides in ingredient lists under various names — but here every component is straightforward and easy to verify. A quick chill in the fridge before cooking is the small step that makes all the difference, keeping the patties intact when they hit the hot pan. Four minutes undisturbed on each side and you're rewarded with a crisp, caramelized exterior and a tender, flaky center cooked through to a safe 145°F. Finished with a scatter of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon wedge, these burgers feel genuinely restaurant-worthy with very little effort.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb fresh salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 3 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil, divided
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 4 lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the salmon chunks in a food processor and pulse 6–8 times until coarsely chopped — the mixture should hold together when pressed but still have visible texture, not a smooth paste. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add the basil, oregano, lemon juice, lemon zest, 1 tbsp of the garlic-infused olive oil, salt, and pepper to the salmon. Mix gently with a fork until just combined.
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