Also called tuna cakes, they are easy, affordable, and delicious. And they’re ready in just 30 minutes! Feel free to double the recipe - the leftovers are excellent. These tuna patties are an excellent option on those nights when you don’t feel like cooking an elaborate meal. I love making them because they are easy, affordable, and tasty. They are also substantial and filling. We are a family of four. Two of us love fish, one of us tolerates them, and the Picky Eater won’t touch them, with the exception of keto-fried fish – and these tuna cakes. 🙂
Ingredients
More Canned Tuna Recipes
Recipe Card
Canned tuna: I typically use water-packed Skipjack tuna. I tried tuna canned in oil once, and it worked, so that’s an option, too. Whether canned in water or oil, it needs to be well drained. Mayonnaise: I prefer mayonnaise made with avocado oil. Dijon mustard: This traditional French mustard is creamier and thicker than yellow mustard. Minced garlic: Mince it yourself, or use the stuff that comes in a jar. Both work, although in my experience, freshly minced tastes better. Eggs: I use large eggs in almost all of my recipes, this one included. Kosher salt and black pepper: I use Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt and freshly ground black pepper. Chopped parsley: If you don’t have fresh parsley, use cilantro instead. I like the peppery flavor it adds. Olive oil for frying: I love cooking with this delicious oil. Extra-virgin is best.
Drain the tuna well. Place it in a medium bowl and flake it with a fork. Mix in the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, eggs, kosher salt, black pepper, and parsley. Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Using a 4-tablespoon scoop or measuring cup, transfer four mounds of the tuna mixture to the hot oil. Gently flatten the mounds with the back of a fork. Cook the patties until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Keep the cooked patties in a warm oven while you fry the second batch. Serve immediately.
Creamy cucumber salad Broccoli salad Asparagus salad Tomato salad Cucumber tomato salad Israeli salad Arugula salad Caprese salad
