Tuna and Potato Patties
User Reviews
4.2
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Prep Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
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Servings
10 patties
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Calories
270 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
International
Tuna and Potato Patties
Description
This recipe mixes leftover mashed potatoes with drained canned tuna, finely chopped spring onions and garlic, fresh parsley, an egg, and breadcrumbs to create a hand-shaped mixture. After refrigerating the patties to firm them up, each is lightly coated with flour and shallow-fried until golden on both sides, producing a crisp crust that contrasts with the soft interior. The inclusion of egg ensures the patties hold together, while the flour coating enhances texture during frying.
The patties are suitable to serve warm or cold, either on their own or paired with a favorite sauce. Their adaptability makes them handy for using leftover mashed potatoes and creating a filling dish without complicated preparation.
Notes highlight that if the mixture feels wet, chilling firm the patties sufficiently for frying. Flour coating is preferred by some for texture, though breadcrumbs can be used instead. The egg serves as a key binding and flavor component.
Ingredients
- 500 g mashed potatoes leftover
- 1 tin tuna
- 2 spring onions
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup plain flour
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon parsley freshly chopped
- oil for frying
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Finely chop the spring onions and garlic and mix them with the mashed potatoes, tuna (well drained), parsley, egg and breadcrumbs.
- Use your hands to shape 10 patties, then sprinkle some flour on a large plate and arrange the patties on the plate.
- Refrigerate for at least half an hour so that the patties can firm up.
- Heat up some oil in a large frying pan, just enough for shallow frying, then lightly coat the patties with flour and fry on both sides for about 3-4 minutes until golden.
- Transfer to a plate lined with kitchen paper so that the excess oil can be absorbed.
- Serve warm or cold with your favourite sauce or on their own.
Notes
- Adjust ingredient quantities based on the number of servings needed.
- Chilling the patties before frying ensures they hold their shape despite a wet mixture.
- Flour coating is recommended for a preferable texture, though breadcrumbs are an alternative.
- Egg acts as a binder and adds flavor; do not omit it for best results.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10patties
Amount Per Serving
Calories 270 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 270kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 158mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 607mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 100IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 41.7mg | 46% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.2
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