Tuna Patties
Dive into these mouthwatering tuna patties that are bursting with savory goodness! Crafted with tender canned tuna, zesty breadcrumbs, and a hint of fresh herbs, they make the perfect bite-sized sliders or a satisfying snack on their own. Get ready to elevate your mealtime with this protein-packed delight!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
š Ingredients
Serves 4š„¬Fresh Produce(3)
- some basiloptional
- 1 red onion
- pepper
š„©Meat & Seafood(1)
- canned tuna
š„Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 1 egg
š«Pantry Staples(1)
- breadcrumbs
š§Spices & Seasonings(2)
- garlic powder
- salt
š¦Other(2)
- chili flakes
- some mayooptional
šØāš³ Instructions
- 1
Chop one red onion.
- 2
Mix the chopped onion in a bowl with canned tuna, egg, and breadcrumbs.
- 3
Optionally add some basil and bind it all together with some mayo.
- 4
Add pepper, garlic powder, chili flakes, and salt to taste.
- 5
Adjust the consistency as needed.
- 6
Fry the patties in a touch of olive oil on medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
- 7
Drain on a paper towel and let cool slightly.
š” Pro Tips
- āDrain canned tuna thoroughly and press out excess liquid before mixing, since residual moisture above 15% of the mix weight prevents patties from binding and causes them to fall apart during frying.ingredientunder 15% moisture
- āChill the formed patties for 20-30 minutes before frying so the egg proteins and breadcrumb starches firm up, creating a stable matrix that holds together when it hits the hot pan.timing20-30 minutes
- āFry at a steady medium heat around 325-350Ā°F rather than high heat, since tuna patties are delicate and high heat will scorch the exterior before the interior binds and heats through.technique325-350Ā°F
- āUse a 3:1 ratio of breadcrumbs to mayo when adjusting consistency, adding breadcrumbs in small increments if the mix is too wet, since over-adding dry ingredients makes patties dense and dry instead of tender.ingredient3:1 ratio
- āFlip the patties only once, after about 3-4 minutes per side, because excessive flipping disrupts the forming crust and increases the risk of the patty breaking apart before it's structurally set.timing3-4 minutes per side
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Tuna Patties
Dive into these mouthwatering tuna patties that are bursting with savory goodness! Crafted with tender canned tuna, zesty breadcrumbs, and a hint of fresh herbs, they make the perfect bite-sized sliders or a satisfying snack on their own. Get ready to elevate your mealtime with this protein-packed delight!
š Ingredients
Serves 4š„¬Fresh Produce(3)
- some basiloptional
- 1 red onion
- pepper
š„©Meat & Seafood(1)
- canned tuna
š„Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 1 egg
š«Pantry Staples(1)
- breadcrumbs
š§Spices & Seasonings(2)
- garlic powder
- salt
š¦Other(2)
- chili flakes
- some mayooptional
šØāš³ Instructions
- 1
Chop one red onion.
- 2
Mix the chopped onion in a bowl with canned tuna, egg, and breadcrumbs.
- 3
Optionally add some basil and bind it all together with some mayo.
- 4
Add pepper, garlic powder, chili flakes, and salt to taste.
- 5
Adjust the consistency as needed.
- 6
Fry the patties in a touch of olive oil on medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
- 7
Drain on a paper towel and let cool slightly.
š” Pro Tips
- āDrain canned tuna thoroughly and press out excess liquid before mixing, since residual moisture above 15% of the mix weight prevents patties from binding and causes them to fall apart during frying.ingredientunder 15% moisture
- āChill the formed patties for 20-30 minutes before frying so the egg proteins and breadcrumb starches firm up, creating a stable matrix that holds together when it hits the hot pan.timing20-30 minutes
- āFry at a steady medium heat around 325-350Ā°F rather than high heat, since tuna patties are delicate and high heat will scorch the exterior before the interior binds and heats through.technique325-350Ā°F
- āUse a 3:1 ratio of breadcrumbs to mayo when adjusting consistency, adding breadcrumbs in small increments if the mix is too wet, since over-adding dry ingredients makes patties dense and dry instead of tender.ingredient3:1 ratio
- āFlip the patties only once, after about 3-4 minutes per side, because excessive flipping disrupts the forming crust and increases the risk of the patty breaking apart before it's structurally set.timing3-4 minutes per side