Salmon Cakes with Chive Sauce (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 3 cups mashed potatoes
02 - 450g canned or fresh salmon
03 - 1 egg
04 - 1 lemon, juice and zest
05 - 1 tablespoon flour
06 - 2 tablespoons parsley or dill
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Pepper, to taste
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Sauce (optional)

10 - 125ml Greek yogurt
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped chives
12 - 1 clove garlic, pressed
13 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
14 - Salt, to taste
15 - Pepper, to taste

# Instructions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes and salmon, ensuring any skin or bones are removed. Add the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, and flour. Season with salt and pepper, then mix thoroughly.
02 - Using an ice cream scoop, portion the mixture into even-sized cakes. Roll each cake in flour on a dusted board or plate, then flatten slightly into patties.
03 - Heat olive oil in a frying pan. Fry the salmon cakes until golden and crispy on the outside.
04 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chopped chives, and pressed garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Let the sauce sit for at least 15 minutes to allow flavours to blend.