Tuna Patties

Crispy, tender tuna patties are sure to become a family favorite! The humble tuna patty gets revamped with tangy Dijon mustard, creamy mayonnaise, and bold Parmesan cheese.

Course Main

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 155kcal

Author Imma

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup white onion, finely chopped
3 5-ounce cans tuna, in water and well drained
¼ cup celery, finely diced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ lemon, juice and zest
2 eggs
½ cup bread crumbs, plain
2 tablespoons mayo
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

Drizzle a little oil into a small saucepan, and bring to medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and celery. Saute for about a minute or two to let the flavors bloom, be careful not to let it burn. Set aside and let it cool.
Drain tuna and add it to a large bowl. Then add all other ingredients, including the sauteed onion and garlic mix. Stir together until fully combined; you can use clean hands for this process.
Divide the mixture into 5-6 equal portions, about ¼ cup each. Shape into patties about 1 inch thick. Place patties on a plate and refrigerate for at least an hour; this will help them stay together better during frying.
Heat the oil in a skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Using a fish turner, gently lay the tuna patties in the pan and fry until browned, 3-4 minutes on each side. Serve warm.

Notes

If you're running short of time, you can skip the refrigeration or pop the patties in the freezer for 5 minutes for a quick cold blast.
You can double the recipe if you want leftovers. It's easy to store them in the fridge or freezer.
Why not try making your own breadcrumbs instead of using store-bought? Place slices of bread on a cookie sheet and bake at 300℉/150℃ until the bread crumbles easily. Let cool, then crumble in a plastic bag and store in an airtight container.
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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