Description
Crispy Tuna Patties become your go-to weeknight dinner hero, blending pantry staples into a delightful meal ready faster than ordering takeout. Packed with protein and flavor, these golden patties deliver serious satisfaction without complicated ingredients or endless prep time.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 (5 ounces / 142 grams) can tuna, drained
- 1 large egg
Binding Ingredients:
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon minced onion
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Drain the 5-ounce can of tuna completely, ensuring no liquid remains.
- Crack one large egg into a medium mixing bowl.
- Add the drained tuna to the egg, breaking up any large chunks with a fork.
- Mix in ¼ cup breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, and 1 tablespoon minced onion.
- Stir 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, ¼ teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper into the mixture.
- Blend all ingredients until they form a cohesive, moist mixture that holds together easily.
- Shape the mixture into 4 evenly sized patties, pressing them firmly to ensure they stay compact.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Gently place the patties in the hot oil, making sure they do not touch each other.
- Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes until the bottom turns golden and crisp.
- Carefully flip the patties and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the patties from the skillet when both sides are evenly browned and crispy.
- Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil before serving.
Notes
- Drain tuna completely to prevent soggy patties and ensure a crisp exterior.
- Add extra breadcrumbs if the mixture feels too wet, which helps hold the patties together during cooking.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed gluten-free crackers.
- Experiment with fresh herbs like chopped parsley or dill to add brightness and depth to the patties’ flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Tuna
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg