Asian Salmon Patties

• 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

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

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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/asian-salmon-patties-387998 (may not work)