salmon, drained (15 oz each) • medium scallions, green and white parts, thinly sliced • large eggs, beaten • saltine crackers, smashed into coarse crumbs • cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes (season to taste) • garlic powder • vinegar * • panko or crushed saltines for coating the patties • Canola oil or vegetable for pan-frying (not olive oil, it will burn)