Follow the steps in order for the best result.
Begin by thoroughly draining the canned salmon, making sure to reserve approximately 2 tablespoons of the liquid.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the drained salmon, egg, and finely chopped onion. Mix these ingredients together until the mixture becomes somewhat sticky, which will help the patties hold their shape.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Then, add the reserved salmon liquid to this dry mixture, creating a slurry.
Pour the flour and salmon liquid mixture into the bowl with the salmon, egg, and onion. Combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
Gradually incorporate the seasoned bread crumbs into the mixture. Add enough bread crumbs until the mixture reaches a consistency that allows you to easily form it into small patties.
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Carefully place the salmon patties into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry the salmon patties until they are golden brown and cooked through, flipping them as needed to ensure even browning on both sides.
Once cooked, remove the salmon patties from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve hot and enjoy!