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Asian Tuna Cakes

Crispy Asian Tuna Cakes for a Flavorful Weeknight Treat

These Asian Tuna Cakes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cakes
  • 10 oz high-quality canned tuna solid white albacore preferred
  • 1 large egg essential for binding
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs swap for gluten-free panko if desired
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable/canola oil for frying
For the Aioli
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1-2 tbsp sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp lime juice fresh-squeezed preferred
  • 1 clove garlic minced, optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • paper towels
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine ½ cup mayonnaise, 1-2 tablespoons of sriracha, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and 1 minced garlic clove, if desired. Mix until smooth and well blended. Cover and refrigerate.
  2. In a medium bowl, flake open a 10 oz can of drained quality tuna. Beat 1 large egg and fold into the tuna with ½ cup panko breadcrumbs, 3 sliced green onions, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Mix gently.
  3. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a 1-inch thick patty. Chill the patties for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable or canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each patty for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Transfer the tuna cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with aioli for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure tuna is well-drained for best results. You can customize the spice level of the aioli according to your preference.

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