Classic Croquettes

• The classic recipe from the South uses canned salmon and saltine crackers. Using kosher-approved canned salmon and matzo meal, you can create the classic without breaking the rules. Onion and lemon pepper are the typical flavoring agents, but since lemon pepper seasoning may have non-kosher ingredients, use grated lemon zest and black pepper instead. Fry in kosher-approved vegetable oil and serve hot with lemon wedges and roasted potatoes.

Fresh Salmon Croquettes

• Steam fresh salmon in a vegetable steamer right on top of a pan of boiling potatoes and you can make the salmon cakes in minutes with no processed ingredients. Mash the potatoes and combine them with flaked, steamed salmon, salt and some fresh herbs, then form the mixture into small cakes. Coat them in kosher-approved flour and fry them in extra virgin olive oil. Serve these croquettes simply with a sprinkle of lemon juice and steamed vegetables.

Smoky Croquettes

• Using smoked salmon offers a way to incorporate extra flavor into your croquettes without a lot of additional ingredients. Mix smoked salmon with eggs, chopped onions and matzo meal for a traditional salmon cake with a smoky twist. Top them off with a tropical fruit salsa to change them up a bit and give them an island feel.

Paleo Croquettes

• Use almond flour and cooked sweet potato for binder, and you not only have kosher salmon croquettes, but you can eat them while adhering to a Paleo diet. Fried in coconut oil, both Paleo-friendly and kosher-friendly, these sweet and crunchy cakes can be served with a spinach salad for a complete meal.