This Handmade Salmon Burger with Orange Basil Mayo sings a perfect harmony of flavors! It’s a gourmet masterpiece that’ll make your taste buds sing. Start off by making a thin ground salmon patty seasoned with old bay seasoning and old fashioned mustard shaped and chilled to set.  Pan-fried until golden and topped with melted Havarti cheese. Serve each patty on a toasted brioche bun with a zesty and herby orange basil mayonnaise, crispy lettuce, and pickled red onions. This dish is quick to make, and perfect for summer.

Welcome back, food enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into a culinary adventure that brings together the ocean’s freshness, garden-fresh herbs, and zesty citrus notes in a single bite. We’re thrilled to introduce you to our masterpiece: the Handmade Salmon Burger with Orange Basil Mayo. From the moment this creation touches your taste buds, you’ll be transported to a world of flavors that dance harmoniously together.

Picture this: succulent salmon fillets, seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, onion powder, Old Bay, salt, pepper, and a touch of old-fashioned mustard. But that’s just the beginning. We believe in creating experiences that tantalize all senses, which is why each element of this dish is meticulously curated. The seasoning is carefully selected to highlight the use of seafood and compliment its delicate profile so that nothing is over powering.

The Crafting Process

Into the food processor goes the cubed salmon. A quick blitz, just enough to bring everything together, and you’re left with a blend of ingredients that promises to deliver bursts of umami in every bite. The gentle art of forming these mixtures into four even patties takes patience, ensuring that each patty is the embodiment of our culinary passion. When forming the patties, be gentle as you don’t want to over handle with your hands. If the mixture is too delicate try and shape it into balls and immediately place into the fridge or wait until the mixture is cool and more firm before handling.

A Sizzling Affair with the Skillet

It’s time to introduce these delectable patties to a hot, cast iron skillet. As the sizzle fills the air, anticipation grows. The careful flip, the golden sear – it’s a sensory experience that heightens your appetite. But we’re not done yet. A touch of spiced Havarti cheese atop each patty brings a creamy and mildly layer that pairs effortlessly with the salmon’s richness. I love the choice of Havarti cheese here because of its very mild taste. I don’t recommend using anything stronger, especially an orange cheddar where the flavors wouldn’t meld so well together and one would over power the other rather than compliment.

The Orange Basil Mayo

Our journey doesn’t stop at the patty. The Orange Basil Mayo is a tangy, creamy masterpiece that adds a layer of sophistication to our creation. Imagine the zest of oranges mingling with the aromatic essence of fresh basil, all harmonizing in a blend of mayo and garlic. It’s the citrusy elegance of flavors you didn’t know you needed and ties the whole thing together.

Now comes the moment of truth – building the burger. A toasted brioche bun sets the stage, its warmth and softness embracing the salmon patty. A generous spread of the Orange Basil Mayo becomes the adhesive that holds it together. Crisp lettuce leaves provide a refreshing contrast, while the pickles, pickled red onions, and jalapenos add a level of textures and flavors that elevate each bite.

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Handmade Salmon Burgers with Orange Basil Mayo

This Handmade Salmon Burger with Orange Basil Mayo sings a perfect harmony of flavors! It’s a gourmet masterpiece that’ll make your taste buds sing. Start off by making a thin ground salmon patty seasoned with old bay seasoning and old fashioned mustard shaped and chilled to set.  Pan-fried until golden and topped with melted Havarti cheese. Serve each patty on a toasted brioche bun with a zesty and herby orange basil mayonnaise, crispy lettuce, and pickled red onions. This dish is quick to make, and perfect for summer.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Beet Burger, easy, Healthy, ice cream sandwiches, quick, salmon, summer

Servings: 4 people

Equipment

• food processor

Ingredients

• 6-8 oz salmon fillet skinless
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
• 1 tbsp old fashioned mustard
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 lemon juiced

Orange Basil Mayo

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/3 cup orange juiced
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 2 cloves garlic
• large handful of fresh basil
• pinch of salt and pepper

Serving

• brioche bun
• pickled red onions
• pickles or cucumber slices
• fresh or pickled jalapenos
• Havarti cheese
• lettuce

Instructions

• In the bowl of a food processor combine cubed salmon, spices, mustard, and season with salt and pepper. Pulse until just combine a few seconds. Divide evenly into 4 and shape into patties. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the patties to settle and maintain their shape.
• Orange Basil mayo: combine all the ingredients into a blender or food processor and blend until well combined. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
• On a hot griddle or cast iron skillet, cook the salmon patties with a touch of oil. Allow to cook a few minutes uninterrupted before flipping over. Once the edges begin to turn a golden color, flip and cook for 4-5 minutes. During the final minute of cooking top with a slice of Havarti cheese.
• To serve: on a toasted brioche spread the orange basil mayo, layer with crispy lettuce leaves, top with the salmon burger and garnish as desired.