Savory Salmon Loaf

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Savory Salmon Loaf.

1. Step 1

   Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 325°F (165°C) and generously coat a loaf pan with butter to ensure a perfect release.

2. Step 2

   In a sauté pan, melt butter over medium heat until it bubbles invitingly.

3. Step 3

   Toss in the diced onion, give the pan a gentle shake, and stir with a wooden spoon.

4. Step 4

   Sauté for about a minute, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

5. Step 5

   In a spacious mixing bowl, take your drained salmon and mash it with a fork until flaky.

6. Step 6

   Introduce crushed saltine cracker crumbs, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce, rice vinegar, melted butter, and the cooled onions.

7. Step 7

   Blend everything together until you achieve a smooth consistency using a spatula or spoon.

8. Step 8

   Next, separate the eggs, placing the whites in a clean glass, metal, or ceramic bowl, while adding the yolks to the salmon mixture.

9. Step 9

   Stir the yolks into the salmon until fully incorporated.

10. Step 10

    Whisk the egg whites until they form medium stiff peaks, then gently fold them into the salmon mixture in two additions, taking care not to deflate the airy texture.

11. Step 11

    Pour the salmon blend into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula and giving the pan a gentle shake to release any trapped air bubbles.

12. Step 12

    Bake in the center of your preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.

13. Step 13

    Once baked, let the loaf rest for 5 minutes before carefully turning it out onto a cutting board.

14. Step 14

    Slice it up and enjoy the delightful flavors of your homemade salmon loaf.