Pistachio-Crusted Salmon Cakes - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    1 1/4 lbs salmon fillets
    1 egg
    1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
    1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
    1 teaspoon lime zest
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    1/4 teaspoon pepper
    1 cup coarsely ground pistachios
    2 tablespoons canola oil
    lime wedge (for garnish)
Preparation
    In a large non-stick skillet, bring 4 cups water to a boil.
    Reduce heat, add fillets and poach, uncovered for 8-10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
    Remove from pan and cool slightly.
    In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, mustard, lime peel, salt, and pepper.
    Shred salmon with two forks, fold into bread crumb mixture.
    Shape into 8 patties, and coat both sides with pistachios.
    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook patties in oil in batches for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
    Serve with lime wedges.

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