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Asian-Style Tuna Cakes


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  • Author: julie
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

Delightful tuna cakes featuring a perfect blend of flavors including ginger and soy sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) tuna, drained
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (for spicy mayo)
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Add the drained tuna, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, and egg to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Throw in the chopped green onions, minced ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix everything together until well combined.
  4. Form the mixture into patties, about 3 inches wide.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Fry each patty for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Mix the mayonnaise with sriracha in a small bowl for your dipping delight.
  8. Serve the tuna cakes warm with the spicy mayo on the side.

Notes

Chill the mixture for 30 minutes before forming patties for better shape. Use neutral oils for frying.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg