In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, half (¼cup) of the green onions, lemon zest and juice, Old Bay and soy sauce.
Reserve about ½ cup of this mixture to use as a dipping sauce or spread later.
Into the remaining mayo mixture add celery, remaining green onion, beaten eggs, and salmon.
For this purpose, I remove the skin and bones but it’s your choice.
Add the almonds, if desired. Stir to combine.
Thoroughly fold 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs into this mix.
Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl combine the remaining panko and everything bagel seasoning.
When you’re ready to cook your patties, place a skillet on medium-low heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil.
Divide the mixture and form 4 or 6patties.
Press each patty into the panko mix, covering all sides. The patties are sticky until they’re coated, then they’re much easier to work with.
Place into the heated skillet, in batches if necessary.
Cook on the first side for 4 minutes before carefully flipping over until fully cooked. Repeat with remaining patties, adding oil as needed.
Serve with the reserved dipping sauce or as a burger with the usual accompaniments.