Best 8 Polka Dotted Salmon Loaf Recipes

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Polka dotted salmon loaf is a classic dish that has been enjoyed by families for generations. This delicious and flavorful loaf is made with a combination of salmon, bread crumbs, eggs, and a variety of seasonings. The polka dots are created by adding a mixture of cooked peas and carrots to the loaf before baking. This dish is not only easy to make, but it is also a great way to get your family to eat more fish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SALMON LOAF



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Salmon, cracker crumbs, milk, egg and butter, baked into a loaf.

Provided by Gloria

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Baked Salmon Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (14.75 ounce) can salmon, undrained
½ cup crushed saltine crackers
½ cup milk
1 egg, beaten
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the salmon, cracker crumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly.
  • Press the salmon mixture into a lightly greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 45 minutes or until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 109.6 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 536.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

BAKED SALMON LOAF



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This basic salmon loaf makes a tasty main dish that goes well with a white sauce or mushroom sauce. Serve with a cucumber salad or sliced tomatoes.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Lunch     Entree     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

16-ounces canned salmon (drained)
1 1/2 cups soft fresh breadcrumbs
2 large eggs (beaten)
1/2 cup light cream (or evaporated milk)
2 tablespoons butter (melted)
3 tablespoons onion (finely chopped)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
1 teaspoon dry dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt
Ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Gather all the ingredients.
  • Grease an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch loaf pan . Preheat the oven to 350 F.
  • Flake the salmon and combine it with breadcrumbs in a medium-sized bowl.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk the eggs with cream (or milk) and melted butter .
  • Combine the wet ingredients with the salmon mixture and stir in the onion, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper.
  • Use a spatula to turn the salmon mixture into the loaf pan.
  • Bake uncovered for 45 to 55 minutes or until cooked through. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 617 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 12 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SALMON LOAF



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During the Depression, Mom's tasty salmon loaf was a welcome change from the usual meat loaf everyone made to stretch a meal. I still like a lot of the make-do meals of those days, but this loaf is one of my favorites. -Dorothy Bateman, Carver, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (14-3/4 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 large eggs, separated
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
OLIVE CREAM SAUCE:
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the salmon, onion, bread crumbs and butter. Stir in the egg yolks, lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper. , In a small bowl, beat the egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold into salmon mixture. , Transfer to a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Place in a larger baking pan. Add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake at 350° until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Stir in olives. Serve with salmon loaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 33g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 264mg cholesterol, Sodium 1334mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

POLKA-DOTTED SALMON LOAF



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Stretch that food dollar. You just need one can of salmon in this hearty and flavorful "meatloaf."

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 can (14 3/4 ounces) salmon, drained and flaked
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 package (10 ounces) frozen green peas, partially thawed
6 slices process American cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease square pan, 8x8x2 inches.
  • Stir together all ingredients except cheese slices. Spread mixture in pan. Top with cheese slices.
  • Bake 25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 950 mg

CHEF JOHN'S SALMON LOAF



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Canned salmon is a great, inexpensive source of proteins and omegas, and you may have stocked up on a few cans but not known what to do with them. This tasty shelter-in-place salmon loaf is so good for you! While salmon right out of the can may not be the most appealing thing to look at, this salmon loaf is so delicious that we can surely forgive some of its visual shortcomings. Remember, looks are less important than personality (and taste!) and this easy salmon loaf is proof of that. Serve with your favorite tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or hot, white cream sauce.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Baked Salmon Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup salted butter
⅓ cup diced onion
2 (7 ounce) cans red salmon, drained
½ cup finely crushed saltine cracker crumbs
½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
3 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Generously butter a loaf pan.
  • Melt butter over medium heat in a saute pan until bubbling. Toss in onion, give the pan a quick shake, and stir with a wooden spoon; cook for 1 minute. Turn off the heat and allow to cool.
  • Place salmon in a large mixing bowl and mash with a fork. Add cracker crumbs, salt, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce, rice vinegar, butter, and onions; mix and mash with a spatula or spoon until smooth.
  • Separate eggs, adding whites to a clean glass, metal, or ceramic bowl and adding yolks to salmon mixture. Mix egg yolks and salmon until well combined.
  • Whisk whites to medium stiff peaks. Gently fold into salmon mixture in 2 additions.
  • Transfer salmon mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula to even it out and shake and tap the pan to remove any air bubbles.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven until a toothpick comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes, then carefully turn loaf out onto a cutting board. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 213.1 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 879.9 mg, Sugar 1 g

SALMON LOAF



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Make and share this Salmon Loaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Caren

Categories     Weeknight

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (1 lb) cans red salmon
6 slices white bread, fresh, shredded
2 eggs, well-beaten
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons parsley, snipped
1/4 cup onion, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (177 C).
  • Flake salmon in large bowl; remove bones Combine remaining ingredients with salmon.
  • Turn the salmon mixture into a greased 1 1/2-qt. (1.5-liter) casserole dish.
  • Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until firm in the center. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.8, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 190.3, Sodium 755.4, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2, Protein 37.8

SALMON LOAF SUPREME



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This is a salmon loaf I have been making since the 1960's and everyone that has ever tried it, raves over it. It takes a little more time than some but it is worth it!! This is also great cold.

Provided by Dianne Lewis

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (1 lb) can salmon
1/2 cup milk
3 cups soft breadcrumbs
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
1/3 cup salmon liquid
3 egg yolks, beaten
2 tablespoons chopped onions
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 egg whites, stiffly beaten

Steps:

  • Drain salmon, reserving liquid.
  • Flake salmon.
  • Scald the milk, add breadcrumbs and butter and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Add salmon liquid and beat until smooth.
  • Add egg yolks,onion,lemon juice,pepper,and salmon;mix thoroughly.
  • Fold in egg whites.
  • Pour in a well greased 1 1/2 quart loaf pan.
  • Bake in 350 degree oven 50 to 60 minutes or until firm in the center,remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Loosen from side of pan with a spatula and invert onto plate.
  • I usually make creamed peas to go with this or sometimes I use a can of celery soup diluted with half a can of milk, both ways are great.
  • This has been a favorite of mine for years, it is a little fussy but trust me, it is worth it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.9, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 140.9, Sodium 280.4, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.3, Protein 21

SLOW COOKER SALMON LOAF



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As a stay-at-home mom with two small children, I'm always looking for quick, easy recipes that can be prepared ahead of time. I also don't like to heat up my oven during our hot Georgia summers. I adapted this recipe from one I found in an old slow-cooker book of my grandma's. I serve it with macaroni and cheese and pinto beans. -Kelly Ritter, Douglasville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups seasoned stuffing croutons
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1 can (14-3/4 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed

Steps:

  • Cut three 20x3-in. strips of heavy duty foil; crisscross so they resemble spokes of a wheel. Place strips on the bottom and up the sides of a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray., In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add salmon and mix well. Gently shape mixture into a round loaf. Place in the center of the strips., Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°. Using foil strips as handles, remove the loaf to a platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 1035mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

  • To ensure the salmon loaf is cooked evenly, place a baking sheet on the oven rack below to catch any dripping fat.
  • Do not overmix the salmon mixture, as this can result in a tough loaf.
  • If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, you can substitute them with regular breadcrumbs or crushed crackers.
  • Feel free to add your favorite herbs and spices to the salmon mixture for extra flavor.
  • Serve the salmon loaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Polka-dotted salmon loaf is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its moist and flavorful texture, this salmon loaf is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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