Description
Tuna patties are a delightful comfort food that combines crispy, golden-brown outsides with a tender, savory center. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe brings back nostalgic flavors while being quick and easy to prepare. Enjoy them as a main dish paired with a fresh salad or as sliders for a fun twist. With customizable options, these tuna patties make any meal feel special!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12 oz) can high-quality tuna, drained
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Sauté the onion in olive oil over medium heat until translucent.
- In a bowl, combine drained tuna, breadcrumbs, sautéed onion, mayonnaise, egg, and spices. Mix well.
- Form the mixture into patties about 1 inch thick and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Heat more olive oil in the skillet and cook each patty for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg