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Southern Salmon Patty Waffles with Hot Honey Butter : A Soulful Fall Twist

Southern Salmon Patty Waffles with Hot Honey Butter : A Soulful Fall Twist

  • Author: BeauCollier

Description

Southern Salmon Patty Waffles with Hot Honey Butter

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Scale

Salmon Patties

  • 1 (14 oz) can pink salmon, drained & flaked (bones optional)

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs or crushed saltines

  • 2 tbsp finely diced onion (or 1 tsp onion powder)

  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

  • Salt & freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

  • 1–2 tbsp neutral oil (for frying)

Cornbread Waffles

  • 1 cup cornmeal

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 tbsp sugar

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice/vinegar)

  • 2 tbsp melted butter

Hot Honey Butter

  • 1/4 cup (½ stick) butter

  • 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)

  • 1/2 tsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)

Instructions

1. Make the Salmon Patties

  1. In a medium bowl, combine salmon, egg, breadcrumbs, onion, Dijon, salt, and pepper.

  2. Mix gently until just combined; overmixing makes patties tough.

  3. Shape into 4 patties (¾-inch thick). Chill 15 minutes if possible.

2. Fry the Patties

  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  2. Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Don’t press down.

3. Make the Cornbread Waffles

  1. Preheat waffle iron and lightly grease.

  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

  3. In another bowl, whisk together egg, buttermilk, and melted butter.

  4. Fold wet ingredients into dry until just combined (a few lumps are okay).

  5. Pour batter into waffle iron and cook 3–5 minutes until golden. Keep warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven.

4. Make the Hot Honey Butter

  1. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter.

  2. Stir in honey and hot sauce until smooth and warm.

5. Assemble & Serve

  1. Place a cornbread waffle on each plate.

  2. Top with a crispy salmon patty.

  3. Drizzle generously with hot honey butter.

  4. Optional: Serve with arugula salad, quick-pickled onions, or sautéed greens for a fresh balance.

Notes

  • Spicy Cajun: Add 1 tsp Cajun seasoning to salmon mixture.

  • Herbs: Fold in 2 tbsp chopped dill, chives, or parsley.

  • Cheesy Waffles: Add ½ cup shredded cheddar to waffle batter.

  • Gluten-Free: Use GF breadcrumbs and a 1:1 GF flour blend.

  • Baked Option: Bake patties at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 min, flipping halfway.

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