Description
These Tuna Fish Cakes are flavorful and easy to make, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Made with canned tuna, breadcrumbs, and a blend of seasonings, they’re crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve them with a side salad or your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious lunch or dinner option.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 (5-ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
- 1 large egg
- â…“ cup breadcrumbs, plus more for coating
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the drained tuna, egg, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, green onions, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into small patties, about ½ inch thick. Optionally coat each patty in breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
- Cook: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the tuna cakes for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve warm with lemon or dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- These tuna cakes can be made ahead and reheated in a skillet or air fryer.
- Enjoy with salad, in a sandwich, or as a light main dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
