In a medium bowl, flake salmon with a fork. Remove any bones, if desired. Add egg, crackers, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper, stirring gently to combine.
Divide mixture into 6 portions, and shape each portion into a 3-inch patty.
In a medium skillet, heat peanut oil over medium heat. Add salmon patties, and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Let drain on paper towels.
Serve with lemon wedges, and garnish with chives or parsley, if desired.
Notes
*We used Ritz Crackers.
Kitchen Tip You can leave the fish bones in the salmon, or take them out, if you prefer. Sandra leaves them in and says they give you more calcium.
Recipe by Taste of the South at https://tasteofthesouthmagazine.com/heirloom-recipe-salmon-patties/