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Tuna patties are arranged in a large skillet with lemon slices.
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Easy Tuna Patties Recipe

Easy Tuna Patties are crispy on the outside, tender inside and ready in just 20 minutes. This quick Tuna Cakes recipe turns canned tuna and simple pantry ingredients into an easy lunch or dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Kellie
Cost: $5

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 5 ounce Solid White Albacore Tuna in water drained very well and flaked
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs plus more if needed
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Drain the tuna very well and break up any large pieces with a fork.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the tuna, egg, panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, salt and pepper until combined. If the mixture seems too wet to shape, stir in a little more panko.
  • Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and gently shape into compact patties.
  • Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes, if time allows.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the patties and cook for 2–3 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp on the bottom. Carefully flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
  • Serve warm with tartar sauce and lemon wedges, if desired.

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Notes

  • Drain the tuna very well before mixing. Excess moisture can make the Tuna Patties difficult to shape.
  • If the mixture seems too wet, add a little more panko and allow it to rest for a few minutes.
  • The shaped patties can be refrigerated before cooking, which also helps them firm up and hold together.
  • Store cooked Tuna Patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2–3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. For the crispiest leftovers, reheat them in a skillet.

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 369mg | Potassium: 38mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 149IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg