1 (6 oz.) can pink salmon
1/3 c. chopped onion
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 egg
1/2 c. flour
1 1/2 c. shortening

Drain salmon, keeping 2 tablespoons of the liquid. Mix salmon, egg and onion in mixing bowl until mixture is sticky. Stir in flour. Add baking powder to the 2 tablespoons of reserved liquid. Stir into salmon mixture. Form into small patties, using hands.