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Tuna Cakes

Crispy Tuna Cakes with a Flavorful Asian Twist

Delicious Tuna Cakes with an explosion of Asian flavors, prepared quickly for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna Cakes
  • 2 cans Canned Tuna well-drained
  • 1 large Egg beaten
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs use gluten-free for a gluten-free option
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce tamari works as a gluten-free alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable/Canola Oil for frying
For the Aioli Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise creamy base
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust to spice threshold
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice or vinegar as an alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • non-stick skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth and creamy.
  2. In a large bowl, flake the drained canned tuna with a fork, then add beaten egg, panko breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper.
  3. Divide the tuna mixture into 8 equal portions and shape into 1-inch thick patties.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with enough oil to coat the bottom. Fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Transfer the cooked tuna cakes onto a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and serve with aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Chill formed patties for 15-20 minutes before cooking to help retain shape. Adjust seasonings according to preference for optimal flavor.

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