Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon fillet, finely chopped
  • 2 shallots, minced
  • 2 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
  • Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • Sesame Mayonnaise, for serving (recipe below)
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 8 ounces thin Chinese noodles
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as safflower
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from 2 to 3 limes)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons light-brown sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
  • 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro
  • Coarse salt and ground pepper

Method

  • In a large bowl, gently combine salmon, shallots, ginger, egg, red-pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper.
  • Form mixture into eight equal patties, about 1 inch thick, packing each firmly; transfer to a plate.
  • Freeze until just firm, about 20 minutes.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high.
  • Cook salmon patties (working in batches, if necessary) until browned on both sides and just opaque throughout, 4 to 6 minutes per side.
  • Serve with lime wedges and sesame mayonnaise.
  • In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, scallions, lime juice, and sesame oil.
  • Cover and chill until ready to serve, up to 3 days.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil.
  • Cook noodles until tender according to package instructions.
  • Drain; rinse under cold water until completely cool.
  • Transfer to a large bowl; toss with vegetable oil.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and red-pepper flakes; whisk in cilantro.
  • Pour over noodles; season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.