Easy 30-Minute Tuna Patties
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 tuna cakes
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Calories
223 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy 30-Minute Tuna Patties
Description
Easy 30-Minute Tuna Patties use well-drained canned tuna to ensure the mixture is not watery and holds together when cooked. Combined with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, eggs, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley, the mix forms a flavorful base. Olive oil is heated to achieve a crisp crust on the patties while maintaining a soft interior.
The patties are cooked in batches, then kept warm in a low oven until serving. The dish is practical and fast, with a balance of moist tuna and aromatic seasonings. The simple ingredients create a satisfying texture and taste for a quick homemade meal.
Leftover patties can be refrigerated for up to four days or frozen. Reheating is best done gently in the microwave or oven at medium power to preserve moisture.
Ingredients
- 2 ounce cans tuna I use skipjack tuna, in water
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced, fresh
- 2 egg large, lightly beaten
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup parsley chopped, or cilantro, fresh
- 4 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin, for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to the "keep warm" setting (170°F).
- Drain the tuna thoroughly. It needs to be very dry, as shown in the photo. If too much moisture remains, the patties will fall apart. Place the drained tuna in a medium bowl and flake it with a fork. Make sure no big chunks of tuna remain. It needs to be well-flaked.
- Mix in the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, eggs, kosher salt, black pepper, and parsley.
- Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Using a 4-tablespoon scoop or measuring cup, transfer four mounds of the tuna mixture to the hot oil.
- Gently flatten the mounds with the back of a fork.
- Cook the patties until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Keep the cooked patties in the warm oven while you fry the second batch.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure tuna is drained thoroughly and flaked well to avoid soggy patties; use paper towels if needed.
- If the mixture seems too wet, add 2–4 tablespoons of breadcrumbs or almond flour for better binding.
- Leftovers store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be reheated in the microwave at 50% power.
- You may freeze cooked patties in airtight bags to extend storage time.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8tuna cakes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 223 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2patties | |
| Calories | 223kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 598mg | 25% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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