Salmon Patties

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

salmon fillet, cooked and flaked or (14.75 ounce ) can of pink or red salmon , undrained

1/3 cup

finely minced onion

1/4 tsp

freshly cracked black pepper , or to taste

1/4 tsp

Cajun seasoning (like Slap Ya Mama ), or to taste, optional

1/4 tsp

Old Bay seasoning , or to taste , optional

1 tbsp

fresh chopped parsley

1/4 tsp

zest from a fresh lemon

saltine crackers , crushed fine

large egg , beaten

1/8 cup

water

1/2 cup

canola or vegetable oil