1tablespoonoil to pan-fry the pattiesolive, vegetable or avocado
lemon wedgesfor garnishing
parsleychopped for garnishing
Instructions
Drain the tuna.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tuna with all of the ingredients except for the raw eggs.
Taste and adjust seasonings.
Add the beaten eggs and mix well together.
Form into 5 equal patties.
In a cast iron or a non-stick pan, add the oil and saute the patties over medium heat.
Cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges and garnish with chopped parsley (optional).
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Notes
Solid white albacore tuna in water is a great choice for this recipe.
Drain the canned tuna properly to avoid excessive liquid in the mixture.
Mincing the red pepper and celery makes it easier for the patty to hold its shape.
Press the mixture firmly together when forming the patties. This prevents the patties from falling apart when you are cooking them.
If you have the time, refrigerating the patties for 30-60 minutes helps firm them up and reduces the chances of them breaking as they are being cooked.
To keep the tuna patties from falling apart, avoid flipping them too quickly. Pan fry them for 3-4 minutes until they are golden brown in color, and then flip them.
Can you freeze uncooked tuna patties?Yes! Once you have shaped the patties, place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or baking tray. Remember to use a baking sheet (or tray) that fits in your freezer. Place the tray in your freezer and freeze them for approximately 2 hours. Then, remove and wrap each patty individually with parchment paper. Place in an airtight bag or container and use within 2 months. To cook: Place frozen patty in a non-stick pan (preheated) over medium heat. Cook for approximately 5-6 minutes per side or until heated through and golden brown. Can you freeze tuna patties after cooking?Absolutely. Once they are cooked, allow them to cool down to room temperature. Next, transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet or baking tray. Remember to use a baking sheet (or tray) that fits in your freezer. Place the tray in your freezer and freeze them for approximately 2 hours. Then, remove and wrap each patty individually with parchment paper. Place in an airtight bag or container and use within 2 months. To reheat: Place the frozen cooked patty in a non-stick pan (preheated) over medium-low heat. Reheat slowly for approximately 3-4 minutes per side or until heated through.Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is just a rough estimate and variations can occur depending on the specific ingredients used.