Easy Crispy Tuna Patties
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
265 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
American
Easy Crispy Tuna Patties
Description
These tuna patties balance protein-rich canned tuna with almond flour and shredded mozzarella to bind and add texture. Dill offers a fresh herbal note while Dijon mustard and lemon juice provide a subtle tang. Binding ingredients including egg help the patties hold together during frying.
Formed into small patties and chilled briefly before cooking, they’re pan-fried in avocado oil until golden brown on each side. The resulting patties feature a crisp exterior and moist, flavorful center that highlights the tuna and herbs.
This recipe yields about a dozen patties, making it convenient for multiple servings or meal prep. They can be enjoyed warm immediately or stored in the refrigerator for a few days, reheating gently for retaining texture. These patties fit well as a protein element for light lunches, sandwiches, or snacks.
Substitutions include using whole wheat flour instead of almond flour or alternative frying oils if needed. Freezing is also possible for up to a month for longer storage.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces wild tuna 2 5oz cans, drained, canned
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 2 tablespoons dill chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 large egg
- lemon plus zest, juice of half
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 2-3 tablespoons avocado oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flaked 10 ounces Canned Wild Tuna, 1/2 cup Almond Flour, 1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella, 2 tablespoons Chopped Dill Weed, 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard, and juice of 1/2 lemonest of half lemon.
- Crack the 1 large Egg and squeeze in the juice of 1/2 lemon. Season with 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt and 1/4 teaspoon Pepper.
- Now, using your clean hands, mix until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Rub your hands with a bit of oil and pinch off about a spoonful of mixture and shape it into a pattie, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Place the patties with a bit of space in between onto a tray lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to set.
- Heat a heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the 2-3 tablespoons Avocado oil for frying and heat until shimmering. Carefully add patties to the hot oil and sear each side until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes in total.
- Once done, remove from the heat and serve warm. Enjoy!
Notes
- Recipe yields 12 patties, serving 4 (3 patties per serving) with about 88 calories each.
- Whole wheat flour can be used as a substitute for almond flour if preferred.
- Any canned tuna or salmon variety may be used based on availability.
- Use any frying oil safe for cooking instead of avocado oil.
- Store leftovers refrigerated for 2-3 days; reheat in the microwave or freeze up to 1 month for longer storage.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 265 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 265kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 614mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 155mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 218IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 119mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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