I have to agree with Nancy's version of what croquettes vs. salmon
cakes. Croquettes are deep-fried while the salmon cakes are pan-fried.

VikingQueen

(Nancy Dooley) wrote in message om>...
> "jmcquown" > wrote in message > ...
> > SportKite1 wrote:
> > >> From:
snippage...
>Nancy writes:

> I tend to differentiate by cooking method and shape. Patties are
> flatter - like a thick pancake - croquettes are like a thick cone
> shape, squared off on the ends. Patties are sauteed in a little
> butter/oil - croquettes are deep fried.
>
> I imagine interpretations differ.
>
> N.