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1 1/2 cups panko crumbs, divided
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1 pound skinless salmon, cut into 1-inch pieces
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1/2 shallot, minced
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3 tablespoons mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
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1 tsp. grated lemon zest + 1 tbsp. lemon juice, plus extra wedges for serving
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1/2 tsp. each sea salt and ground pepper
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Salt and pepper
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2 tbsp. olive oil
For the sauce: Combine all ingredients in bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
For the salmon cakes: Working in 2 batches, pulse salmon in food processor until coarsely ground, about 4 pulses; transfer to bowl with remaining ingredients and toss to combine. Divide salmon mixture into 4 equal portions and gently pack into 1-inch-thick patties. Heat a nonstick skillet to medium heat. Add olive oil and cook cakes until well browned on each side, about 3-4 minutes each side. Transfer to a plate, serve with lemon wedges, homemade tartare or lemon herb sauce.
Tartar Sauce:
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1/4 cup mayo
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1 tsp. fresh lemon juice or white balsamic vinegar
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1 tsp. sweet pickled relish
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1 tsp. rinsed capers, chopped
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1 tsp. minced shallots
Pair with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a Champagne Salmon